Old Fashioned Peach Cobbler

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.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 1

Dough Chilling Time 30

Total Time 2

Servings 12

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

In a bowl, whisk together flour, 3 tbsp sugar, and salt. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
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.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Roll out half the dough to 1/8-inch thickness. Place in a 9x13-inch baking dish, covering the bottom and halfway up the sides.
Bake for 20 minutes until golden brown.
For filling: In a saucepan, combine peaches, orange juice, lemon juice, and butter. Cook until butter is melted.
Stir together sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and nutmeg, then add to peach mixture. Cook until thickened.
Pour filling into baked crust.
Roll remaining dough to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut into strips and weave into a lattice over the filling.
Sprinkle with 1 tbsp sugar and drizzle with melted butter.
Bake 35–40 minutes until crust is golden and filling is bubbling.

Notes

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.