Cake Mix Peach Cobbler
Much like a dump cake, this easy peach cobbler is made by spreading dry cake mix over a syrupy filling and then covering the top with pats of butter. In the oven, the juices from the filling and the melting butter slowly moisten the cake mix to create the batter.
Equipment
- 1 Baking Dish 9x13-inch
- 1 Large Mixing Bowl
- 1 Spatula
- 1 Chef's knife
- 1 Cutting Board
Ingredients
Main
- Nonstick cooking spray for the baking dish
- 5 cups sliced peeled fresh or thawed frozen peaches about 2 pounds
- 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- Juice of 1 lemon
- One 15.25-ounce box yellow cake mix
- 1 1/2 sticks 3/4 cup unsalted butter, thinly sliced
- Vanilla ice cream for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Toss together the sliced peaches, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and lemon juice in a large bowl. Let sit 15 minutes.
- Transfer to the prepared baking dish and top evenly with the cake mix. Cover the top with the slices of butter.
- Bake until golden brown and the juices are bubbling, 45 to 55 minutes. Let cool slightly before serving with ice cream.
Notes
For optimal flavor, use ripe, fragrant peaches. If using frozen, ensure they are fully thawed and excess liquid is drained to prevent a watery cobbler. Evenly distributing the dry cake mix and thinly sliced butter is crucial for a uniform, moist top crust. Avoid over-baking; bake until golden brown and the juices are bubbling, then let it rest for at least 15-20 minutes after baking. This allows the cobbler to set properly and the juices to reabsorb, preventing a soupy consistency. To elevate the dish, consider adding a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the peach mixture or a pinch of ground ginger/cardamom alongside the cinnamon and nutmeg. A sprinkle of toasted pecans or walnuts over the butter before baking can add a delightful crunch. Serve warm with high-quality vanilla bean ice cream or fresh whipped cream.