Blueberry Peach Cobbler
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This Blueberry Peach Cobbler is the ultimate summer dessert—juicy peaches and plump blueberries baked together under a golden, buttery biscuit topping. With just a few simple ingredients, you get a cozy, old-fashioned treat that’s bursting with flavor and perfect for sharing. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the kind of dessert that never goes out of style.
Why You’ll Love Blueberry Peach Cobbler
- Bursting with Fruit Flavor: Juicy peaches and blueberries bake into a sweet, tangy filling.
- Golden Biscuit Topping: Buttery, fluffy topping with a hint of cinnamon and nutmeg.
- Simple & Rustic: Easy to make with pantry staples—no fancy steps required.
- Versatile Dessert: Works with fresh or frozen fruit, so you can enjoy it year-round.
- Perfect for Sharing: Great for summer cookouts, family dinners, or potlucks.
Ingredients You Need To Make Blueberry Peach Cobbler
- Peaches (fresh or frozen)
- Blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- Light brown sugar
- Granulated sugar
- Cornstarch
- Water
- All-purpose flour (or 1.1 gluten-free flour blend)
- Baking powder
- Kosher salt
- Ground cinnamon
- Nutmeg
- Sugar
- Almond extract
- Butter (cold and cubed)
- Buttermilk or unflavored kefir
- Optional: raw sugar for sprinkling on top
How To Make Blueberry Peach Cobbler
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet over medium-low, cook peaches, blueberries, and both sugars for 5 minutes.
- Stir cornstarch into water, then add to skillet and cook until thickened. Transfer to a baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles fine crumbs.
- Stir in almond extract and buttermilk until just combined.
- Scoop topping over the fruit filling, sprinkle with raw sugar if using.
- Bake 30–38 minutes, until topping is golden brown and fruit is bubbling.
- Serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream.
Commonly Asked Questions
How do I make it gluten-free?
Substitute the flour with a 1.1 gluten-free flour blend. The texture will still be tender and fluffy.
Can I use frozen fruit?
Yes! Frozen peaches and blueberries work great. No need to thaw before baking.
Can I make this ahead of time?
Cobbler is best fresh, but you can bake it a few hours ahead and rewarm before serving.
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What’s the best pan to use?
An 11-inch deep skillet or a 7×10-inch deep baking dish works perfectly.
Can I freeze cobbler?
Yes—bake, cool, and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge, then warm before serving.
Blueberry Peach Cobbler
Equipment
- Measuring cups/spoons
- Hand Mixer or Kitchen Aid Mixer
- 11-inch deep skillet or a 7×10-inch deep baking dish
Ingredients
Ingredients: Filling
- 3 cups peaches (fresh or frozen) sliced
- 2 cups blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- ¼ light brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- ½ cup water
Ingredients: Batter
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour or 1.1 gluten-free flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ⅓ tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 tsp almond extract
- 6 tbsp butter, cold and cubed
- ¾ cup buttermilk or unflavored kefir
- Optional: 1 tsp raw sugar (for sprinkling on top)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet over medium-low heat, add peaches, blueberries, and both sugars. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring gently.
- In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch and water until smooth. Add to skillet and cook until the mixture thickens.
- Transfer fruit filling to an 11-inch deep skillet or 7×10-inch deep baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, sugar, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg.
- Using a pastry cutter (or two forks), cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles fine crumbs.
- Stir in almond extract and buttermilk until just combined.
- Use a scoop to drop equal portions of dough over the fruit filling. Sprinkle raw sugar on top if using.
- Bake 30–38 minutes, until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- Cool slightly and enjoy warm.
Peach cobbler is always a favorite, but adding blueberries makes it extra special. Sweet, juicy peaches pair with slightly tart blueberries for the perfect balance of flavors in every bite. The golden biscuit topping brings just the right amount of buttery crunch, creating a cozy dessert that’s both rustic and irresistible. It’s a simple recipe that feels like summer comfort food at its best.