That summer evening at my neighbor’s block party still sticks with me—the sky blushed pink, kids ran barefoot, and the scent of burgers and grilled corn filled the air. I’d brought over my trusty pie crusts, fresh peaches I picked up from the local farmer’s market an hour earlier, and my cast-iron skillet.

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My neighbor, an elderly woman who’s lived here for decades, told me peaches reminded her of her grandma’s porch in Georgia, and she coaxed me into making cobbler for everyone right then and there. As I melted and browned the butter, its nutty aroma had the kids crowding around the stove. They couldn’t help but sneak spoonfuls of the peach-sugar mixture beforehand.

Once I pressed the bottom crust into the skillet and filled it with warm, fragrant peaches, someone handed me more music to play, and the party felt magical in its simplicity. The top crust went on crimped, slitted for steam and into the oven it went.

While it baked, I realized this was exactly the kind of moment worth chasing: home, people, laughter, and something sweet rising above it all. When it emerged, bubbling and golden, smiles spread across the block faster than the afternoon breeze. It’s the cobbler I’ll keep making every peach season—because it tastes like togetherness.

Short Description

A buttery, double-crust peach cobbler with rich brown-butter flavor—filled with warm, cinnamon-spiced peaches and baked to a golden bubble.

Key Ingredients

2 refrigerated pie crusts
6–7 cups sliced peaches
½ cup brown-butter (1 stick butter browned)
1 cup granulated sugar
¼ cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
1 tablespoon cornstarch
Optional: pre-baked crust pieces or crumble topping

Tools Needed

Cast-iron skillet or deep pie dish
Saucepan
Mixing bowl
Pastry cutter or fork
Pastry brush (for crumble)
Oven mitts

Cooking Instructions

Step 1: Preheat & Brown Butter
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and swirl until it turns light brown and smells nutty—about 3–4 minutes. Watch closely to avoid burning.

Step 2: Mix the Peaches
In a large bowl, toss peaches with granulated sugar, brown sugar, lemon juice, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cornstarch. Pour in brown butter and mix gently so peaches shine in that golden glaze.

Step 3: Line the Dish
Roll out one pie crust and press it into your skillet or 9-inch pie dish, covering bottom and sides snugly.

Step 4: Add Peach Filling
Pour the peach mixture into the crust, spreading it evenly. If using, scatter crust pieces or crumble topping now.

Step 5: Top & Seal
Unroll the second crust, lay it over filling, and pinch edges to seal. Cut slits for steam to escape.

Step 6: Bake
Bake for 30–35 minutes until crust is golden and filling bubbles at the slits. If using crumble topping, add it during the last 10 minutes so it gets crunchy.

Step 7: Cool & Serve
Let cool slightly before slicing so the juices thicken. Serve warm with ice cream, whipped cream, or on its own.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Rich Brown-Butter Flavor: The nutty butter elevates every bite of peach.

Simple Prep: Use ready-made crusts—no rolling or chilling needed.

Juicy and Spiced: Peaches meet warm cinnamon and tangy lemon.

Show-Stopper Dessert: Looks rustic but tastes fancy enough for guests.

Seasonal Favorite: A gorgeous way to celebrate peak peach season.

Mistakes to Avoid & Solutions

Burnt Butter
Issue: Bitter flavor.
Solution: Watch closely and remove when it turns light brown and smells nutty.

Watery Filling
Issue: Filling too thin.
Solution: Toss peaches with cornstarch and let sit for a minute to thicken.

Soggy Bottom Crust
Issue: Wet juices soak in.
Solution: Use a preheated skillet or pie dish, and allow cobbler to cool before cutting.

Undercooked Top Crust
Issue: Pale or doughy top.
Solution: Rotate halfway through baking and cover edges with foil if over-browning starts.

Serving and Pairing Suggestions

Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream

Enjoy with coffee for brunch or after-dinner

Pair with champagne or a crisp Riesling

Perfect for potlucks: bake in a Dutch oven and serve family-style

Storage and Reheating Tips

Store: Cover cooled cobbler with foil or plastic wrap; refrigerate up to 3 days

Reheat: Warm in a 350°F oven for 10 minutes to refresh the crust

Freeze: Wrap tightly and freeze up to 1 month; thaw overnight, then reheat

FAQs

1. Can I use frozen peaches?
Yes, thaw and drain excess liquid before tossing.

2. What if I want a single crust?
Use one crust on bottom, skip the top, and bake the same way.

3. Can I use homemade crust?
Absolutely, homemade dough works beautifully; just roll it to fit the dish.

4. How to prevent crust shrinkage?
Let crust rest after shaping, and avoid stretching when fitting it to your dish.

5. Can I make it ahead?
Assemble (uncooked), cover, refrigerate overnight, then bake fresh the next day.

Tips & Tricks

Use ripe, fragrant peaches for best flavor

Optional crumb topping: mix ½ cup each flour, sugar, and cold butter crumbs; sprinkle near bake end

Brush top crust with milk or cream for golden sheen

Add a tablespoon of chopped almonds or pecans to crumble for crunch

Slice only after cooling slightly to avoid runny slices

Recipe Variations

1. Berry-Peach Combo
Add 1 cup fresh blueberries or raspberries to peach filling for a fruity twist.

2. Bourbon Peach Cobbler
Stir in 1–2 tablespoons bourbon into brown-butter mixture before tossing peaches.

3. Gluten-Free Option
Use gluten-free pie crusts and cornstarch or gluten-free flour mix.

4. Vegan Friendly
Use plant-based margarine for brown butter and dairy-free crust; skip ice cream topping or use vegan alternative.

5. Mini Cobblers
Use tart pans or ramekins to bake single-serve versions; adjust bake time to about 25–30 minutes.

Final Thoughts

Sharing this cobbler poolside on a blistering summer day was my favorite kind of treat—warm, fragrant, and a little bit indulgent without fuss. Brown butter brings a hug-in-dish warmth, while peaches remind you of sun-ripened afternoons. It’s the kind of dessert that gets everyone reaching for seconds and hearts full.

You don’t need to be fancy to make people feel special, just a skillet, a few good peaches, and a happy kitchen atmosphere. Give this cobbler a try the next time you want simple elegance served from your oven.

Buttery Double Crust Brown Butter Peach Cobbler