Ingredients
Method
- Heat the oven to 350°F.
- In a medium mixing bowl, stir the self-rising flour, 3/4 cup of the sugar, and 1/4 cup of the melted butter together with a fork until the mixture is crumbly. A pinch of ground cinnamon can be added here if you like.
- Scatter about one-third of the crumbly flour mixture evenly over the bottom of a 9x9-inch baking dish. This layer will absorb some of the peach syrup and help thicken the filling as it bakes.
- Pour the canned peaches and all of their syrup into the dish. If you prefer a less juicy cobbler, keep back a few tablespoons of the syrup.
- Sprinkle the remaining flour mixture evenly over the peaches, then sprinkle with the remaining 2 tablespoons of sugar. Drizzle the remaining 1/4 cup of melted butter over the top; the mixture will look wet and slightly soupy, but this is normal.
- Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the fruit is bubbling around the edges. Allow the cobbler to rest for at least 5 minutes before serving.
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a spoonful of whipped cream, if desired.
- To make a double batch, double all ingredients and bake in a 9x13-inch dish, checking for doneness around the 45-minute mark.
Nutrition
Notes
Self-rising flour substitute: mix 1 cup all-purpose flour with 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon baking soda.
Fresh peach option: peel and slice 1 3/4 pounds (about 5-6 medium peaches), toss with 1/2 cup sugar, and let sit in the fridge for 2-3 hours before assembling so they create their own syrup.
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or a 350°F oven until warmed through.
Make ahead: assemble the cobbler unbaked, cover tightly, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours; bake as directed, adding about 5 minutes to the bake time.
Don't overdo the spices; a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg is plenty, as the peach syrup provides most of the flavor.
Let the cobbler rest at least 5 minutes before serving to let the topping set; this makes slicing neater.
For a crisper top, use a glass or ceramic baking dish and avoid opening the oven door during the first half of baking.