Easy Peach Cobbler with Cake Mix Recipe
Easy Peach Cobbler with Cake Mix Recipe combines sweet peaches, yellow cake mix, cinnamon, and butter into a simple baked Southern dessert. It works well for easy fruit desserts, Southern cobbler recipes, and family gatherings. The peach filling becomes soft and bubbly while the cake mix topping bakes into a golden buttery crust.
Servings: 8
Calories: 448kcal
Equipment
- 9x9-inch baking dish
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Spatula or wooden spoon
- Aluminum foil (optional)
Ingredients
- 2 (15 ounce cans) sliced peaches, drained, reserving ¼ cup of the juice
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional, for enhanced flavor
Topping
- 1 box yellow cake mix 13.25 ounces
- ½ cup (or 1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup chopped pecans optional
- 1 to 2 tablespoons coarse sugar for added crunch and presentation
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon sugar for sprinkling on top
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced peaches, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, cornstarch, vanilla extract (if using), and the reserved ¼ cup of peach juice. Stir gently until the peaches are evenly coated.
- Pour the peach mixture into a 9x9-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- In the same bowl, combine the dry cake mix and melted butter. Use a large spoon or clean hands to blend the mixture until it forms a crumbly texture.
- Evenly sprinkle the butter-cake mix crumble over the peach filling so there is complete coverage. If using, sprinkle the chopped pecans on top. Sprinkle the coarse sugar and ground cinnamon evenly over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly. To prevent the top from browning too quickly, you can loosely cover the cobbler with aluminum foil halfway through baking.
- Allow the cobbler to cool for at least 10 minutes before serving. This helps the filling to set slightly. Serve warm, with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream if desired.
Notes
Cooking Notes
Spreading the topping evenly over the peaches helps the cobbler bake more consistently. Covering loosely with foil halfway through baking can prevent the top from browning too quickly.
Tips for Best Results:
- Drain the peaches well, but reserve a small amount of juice.
- Mix the butter and cake mix thoroughly for an even texture.
- Bake until the filling bubbles around the edges.
- Let the cobbler cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 448kcal | Carbohydrates: 70g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 472mg | Potassium: 64mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 43g | Vitamin A: 360IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 146mg | Iron: 2mg
