This Old Fashioned Peach Cobbler combines sweet, juicy peaches with warm spices and a buttery lattice crust. It’s a classic dessert that feels like a warm hug, perfect for family gatherings, holidays, or whenever you crave nostalgic comfort.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Classic Flavor – Sweet peaches enhanced with cinnamon and nutmeg.
• Beautiful Presentation – A golden lattice crust that looks as good as it tastes.
• Comforting & Nostalgic – Brings back memories of homemade desserts from childhood.
• Perfect for Sharing – Great for potlucks, parties, and holiday tables.

Old Fashioned Peach Cobbler

Peach cobbler is one of the most beloved desserts in American tradition, especially in the South where it holds a cherished place at family tables. This old-fashioned version captures everything we love about cobbler: tender fruit, warm spices, and a buttery crust baked to golden perfection.

The filling is made with fresh peaches, peeled and sliced, then simmered with orange juice, lemon juice, and butter. This combination enhances the peaches’ natural sweetness while adding a subtle brightness that makes the flavors sing.

To thicken the filling and give it body, sugar and cornstarch are mixed in with the fruit, while cinnamon and nutmeg provide that cozy, spiced note that pairs beautifully with peaches.

The crust is just as important as the filling. This recipe uses a homemade dough made with flour, sugar, salt, shortening, and egg. It bakes up tender yet sturdy, strong enough to hold the bubbling filling while still delicate to bite into.

Half of the dough is baked first to create a firm base, ensuring the cobbler has structure and doesn’t become soggy. This step sets this recipe apart and makes the final dish extra satisfying.

The filling is poured over the baked crust, then the remaining dough is cut into strips and woven into a lattice. This traditional finish adds both beauty and texture, making the dessert visually appealing.

A final sprinkle of sugar and drizzle of butter over the lattice gives it a gorgeous shine and extra richness once baked. The result is a cobbler that’s golden, aromatic, and inviting.

Peach cobbler is best served warm, ideally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a spoonful of whipped cream. The contrast of hot fruit filling and cool cream is truly irresistible.

This dessert works wonderfully for gatherings because it can be made ahead, baked, and reheated before serving. Its rustic charm makes it fit for casual dinners as well as festive occasions.

The lattice crust makes it a centerpiece-worthy dessert, the kind of dish that draws people in before the first bite is even taken.

Over the years, peach cobbler has become more than just a dessert—it’s a symbol of home cooking and tradition. Each bite carries the comfort of history and the joy of sharing food with loved ones.

This old-fashioned recipe is one to keep in your collection. With its balance of flavors, textures, and timeless appeal, it’s sure to become a favorite you’ll revisit again and again.

Servings

Makes about 10–12 servings.

Time

• Prep Time: 30 minutes
• Bake Time: 55–60 minutes
• Chill Time: 30 minutes (for dough)
• Total Time: About 2 hours

Ingredients

Crust

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 4 tbsp granulated sugar, divided
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 cup shortening
• 1 large egg
• 1/4 cup cold water
• 1 tbsp melted butter

Filling

• 3 lbs fresh peaches, peeled, pitted, and sliced
• 3/4 cup orange juice
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg

Instructions

1. In a bowl, whisk together flour, 3 tbsp sugar, and salt. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
2. Whisk egg and cold water in a separate bowl. Add to flour mixture and form dough into a ball. Wrap and chill for 30 minutes.
3. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
4. Roll out half the dough to 1/8-inch thickness. Place in a 9×13-inch baking dish, covering the bottom and halfway up the sides.
5. Bake for 20 minutes until golden brown.
6. For filling: In a saucepan, combine peaches, orange juice, lemon juice, and butter. Cook until butter is melted.
7. Stir together sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and nutmeg, then add to peach mixture. Cook until thickened.
8. Pour filling into baked crust.
9. Roll remaining dough to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut into strips and weave into a lattice over the filling.
10. Sprinkle with 1 tbsp sugar and drizzle with melted butter.
11. Bake 35–40 minutes until crust is golden and filling is bubbling.

Tips

• Use ripe peaches for maximum flavor and sweetness.
• To peel peaches easily, blanch them in boiling water for 30 seconds, then transfer to ice water.
• Chill the dough well before rolling to make it easier to handle.
• Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.