Old School Easy Brown Sugar Peach Cobbler That Melts in Your Mouth

If you’re looking for a dessert that feels like a warm hug from Grandma’s kitchen, this Old School Easy Brown Sugar Peach Cobbler is it. Made the traditional Southern way—with gooey, spiced peaches and a crisp, buttery crust—it’s the kind of no-fuss recipe that’s stood the test of time. What sets this cobbler apart is the rich depth from the brown sugar, which caramelizes during baking and wraps the peaches in a syrupy magic.

You don’t need fancy tools or hard-to-pronounce ingredients—just a handful of pantry staples and a love for timeless comfort food. Whether you use fresh, canned, or frozen peaches, this cobbler always delivers.

Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or a slow Sunday afternoon, it comes together in under an hour and is best served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Every bite brings a nostalgic richness and an irresistible aroma of cinnamon and nutmeg baked into a golden crust. This is a recipe you’ll revisit all year long—and your guests will request by name.

Get ready to bring back a true Southern staple the easy way. Let’s bake some memories.

Old School Easy Brown Sugar Peach Cobbler That Melts in Your Mouth

This old-school peach cobbler is made the easy way with brown sugar, juicy peaches, and a rich biscuit topping. A Southern classic in every bite.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8
Cuisine: American
Calories: 302

Ingredients
  

  • 6 ripe peaches peeled and sliced (or 2 cans in juice, drained)
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp nutmeg
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 cup whole milk

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine sliced peaches with brown sugar, white sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and vanilla. Set aside.
  3. In another bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, and milk until smooth. Stir in melted butter.
  4. Pour the batter into the baking dish without stirring.
  5. Spoon the peach mixture evenly over the batter. Do not mix.
  6. Bake for 40–45 minutes until golden brown and bubbling.
  7. Let it cool slightly and serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream.

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