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Peach Crisp Recipe

This peach crisp recipe layers ripe, juicy peaches with golden, crunchy oats and a hint of lemon and ginger for the perfect summer treat!

Peach Blueberry Cobbler

This delightful peach blueberry cobbler is a comforting, easy dessert that’s become a family favorite! It stars sweet summer peaches…

This delightful peach blueberry cobbler is a comforting, easy dessert that’s become a family favorite! It stars sweet summer peaches and juicy blueberries baked under a golden, buttery crust, flavored with cinnamon and vanilla. Frozen or canned fruit works, too!

Why we love this recipe

How good is an Old Fashioned peach fruit cobbler? As authors of two cookbooks and this website for almost 15 years, Alex and I have made hundreds of desserts. But one of our favorite styles has always been crisps and cobblers because they’re so simple, comforting, and delicious.

This peach blueberry cobbler was inspired by some great peaches, and it’s already a family favorite! After making peach crisp, peach oatmeal, and peach muffins, it was time for a cobbler. Sweet peaches and zingy blueberries make magic together, and the topping is a vanilla-scented mesh of a crumble and biscuit (preferable to a cake-like cobbler, in our opinion!). It works when fruit is in season or with frozen fruit, too.

Ingredient notes for peach blueberry cobbler

There’s peach cobbler and then there’s peach blueberry cobbler, which has a zingy, sweet tart flavor from the berries. It’s a great way to make a dessert when you only have a few peaches, or if you have both of these seasonal fruits on hand. Here are the ingredients you’ll need and some notes on substitutions:

Ripe peaches: Use ripe seasonal peaches. You can also use frozen peaches or canned peaches. Frozen peaches don’t need to be defrosted; you may want to use ½ cup total sugar in the filling since they can tend to be more tart. For canned peaches, use no sugar added or use ¼ cup sugar in the filling.
Blueberries: Use fresh blueberries, but frozen blueberries work too! They don’t need to be defrosted before using. Again, you may want to slightly increase the sugar in the filling.
Granulated sugar: We like granulated sugar with peaches, but you can substitute brown sugar or maple syrup in the filling. We don’t recommend substituting the sugar in the topping since it’s necessary for the texture.
Cornstarch, cinnamon, and lemon: Cornstarch adds helps the filling thicken (otherwise it’s watery). Cinnamon and lemon juice and zest add dimension to the filling. We recommend it if at all possible!
All purpose flour, unsalted butter, and egg yolk: The egg yolk helps to make a smoother, richer texture to the cobbler topping. You can substitute salted butter if desired; just decrease the kosher salt quantity in half. Substitute gluten-free 1-to-1 flour for gluten-free.

Tips for ripening and peeling peaches

Peaches can be a tricky fruit to work with! Here are a few tips we’ve learned over the years:

To check ripeness, give the peach a gentle squeeze. It should be slightly soft to the touch. If it feels firm, it will need a few days to ripen.
To ripen peaches quickly, place the peaches in a paper bag. Add a banana inside the bag (it emits ethylene gas, which helps the peaches ripen quicker). Gently close the top of the bag and wait 1 to 3 days, depending on the ripeness of the peaches.
To peel peaches quickly, pop them into boiling water for 45 seconds, then when they are cool enough to handle pull off the skin with your fingers (see How to Peel Peaches). Or if they are ripe enough, you can pull off the skin with your fingers and a paring knife when slicing them.

Variations and topping ideas

This peach blueberry cobbler is such a fun fruit dessert that you can make any time of year with frozen fruit! Here are a few ideas for stepping it up and varying the flavors:

Orange zest: Use ¼ teaspoon orange zest in the filling for a heightened citrus vibe.
Almond extract: Add a hint to the filling: just ⅛ to ¼ teaspoon adds depth and richness to the flavor.
Bourbon or amaretto: Add 2 tablespoons bourbon or amaretto to the filling for a complexity in flavor.
Blackberries, raspberries, or strawberries: All types of fresh or frozen berries work well with peaches! If using frozen berries, use ½ cup total sugar in the filling since purchased frozen berries are typically not as sweet as fresh.
Top with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, sweetened Greek yogurt, or creme fraiche. You can even get fancy and make infused alcoholic whipped cream like bourbon whipped cream or amaretto whipped cream, which would work well with the fruit.

Storing leftovers

This peach blueberry cobbler can be stored on the counter for up to 1 day (covered, at night). After 1 day, refrigerate any leftovers for up to 4 days. It also freezes well for several months in a sealed container; reheat it in a 350°F oven until bubbly and the topping is crisp.

Dietary notes

This peach blueberry cobbler recipe is vegetarian. For gluten-free, use 1-for-1 gluten free flour. For vegan, use vegan butter and omit the egg yolk, adding water if necessary to get the crumbles to hold together.

A few more peach recipes

Love peach desserts or other peach recipes? Some of our favorites are peach crumble, peach cobbler, a showy peach galette, or my mom’s famous fresh peach pie. We also love a great peach salad or peach burrata salad in the summer, or peach ice cream.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I use frozen peaches and blueberries?

Yes, you can definitely use frozen fruit: you can use them without thawing. Increase the total sugar in the filling to ½ cup.

Can I substitute the peaches or blueberries with other fruits?

Absolutely! This recipe is versatile and can be adapted with other fruits like raspberries, blackberries, or even apples.

How do I store leftover cobbler?

Store leftover cobbler in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. You can reheat individual servings in the microwave or oven.

Can I freeze peach blueberry cobbler?

Yes, you can freeze the baked cobbler for up to 3 months. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and then again in aluminum foil before freezing. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat in the oven before serving.

Peach Blueberry Cobbler

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Author: Sonja Overhiser
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Yield: 8

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This delightful peach blueberry cobbler is a comforting, easy dessert that’s become a family favorite! It stars sweet summer peaches and juicy blueberries baked under a golden, buttery crust, flavored with cinnamon and vanilla. Frozen or canned fruit works, too!

Ingredients

4 cups peeled and sliced peaches (2 pounds; about 3 large or 4 medium; see Notes)
1 ½ cups blueberries; see Notes (or more cups peaches)
⅓ cup plus ½ cup granulated sugar, divided, plus more for sprinkling
1 tablespoon cornstarch (or arrowroot powder)
2 teaspoons cinnamon
2 tablespoons lemon juice, plus 1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon kosher salt
8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 egg yolk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Make the filling: Peel and slice the peaches. In a medium bowl, mix them with the ⅓ cup sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and lemon juice. Then pour the filling into a round 9-inch pie pan, 9 x 9 inch baking dish or 7 x 11 baking dish.
Make the topping: Meanwhile, in another large bowl, combine the flour, ½ cup sugar, baking soda, and salt. Stir in the melted butter, egg yolk, and vanilla extract and stir until it forms crumbles. Place the crumbles onto the fruit. Sprinkle with a little extra granulated sugar over the top.
Bake: Bake for 45 to 50 minutes until the top is evenly golden brown and the filling is bubbly. Cool for about 30 minutes, then serve. You can leave it out on the counter for up to 1 day (covered, at night). After 1 day, refrigerate any leftovers for up to 4 days. It also freezes well for several months in a sealed container; reheat it in a 350°F oven until bubbly and the topping is crisp.

Notes

Frozen and canned fruit: You can also use frozen peaches or canned peaches. Frozen peaches don’t need to be defrosted; you may want to use ½ cup total sugar in the filling since they can tend to be more tart. For canned peaches, use no sugar added or use ¼ cup sugar in the filling. You can use frozen blueberries too; no need to defrost.

Tips for peeling: To peel peaches quickly, pop them into boiling water for 45 seconds, then when they are cool enough to handle pull off the skin with your fingers (see How to Peel Peaches). Or if they are ripe enough, you can pull off the skin with your fingers and a paring knife when slicing them.

Flavor variations: Add ¼ teaspoon orange zest, ⅛ to ¼ teaspoon almond extract, or 2 tablespoons bourbon or amaretto to the filling for complexity in flavor. Substitute fresh or frozen blackberries, strawberries, or raspberries for the berries.

Topping ideas: Top with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, sweetened Greek yogurt, or creme fraiche. Or, make infused alcoholic whipped cream like bourbon whipped cream or amaretto whipped cream, which would work well with the fruit.

Category: Dessert
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegan

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Why we love this recipe

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Ingredients in peach lemonade

The great thing about peach lemonade is that it takes only a few quality ingredients—nothing fancy! You also can simply whip it up in a blender: no need to cook down the peaches before making it. Here’s what you’ll need:

Lemons: When making homemade lemonade, fresh lemons are key! Do not substitute bottled juice.
Peaches: Use fresh ripe, in-season peaches here (you can leave the skins on).
Granulated sugar: Granulated sugar makes the sweet flavor! You can substitute natural sweeteners like honey or maple syrup, but it will have a slightly different flavor and color (also omit ½ cup water if you do).

Best way to juice lemons

Our recommendation for quickly juicing lemons? A press juicer! It gets out the most juice and saves your fingers from getting tired of squeezing.

Tips for peach lemonade

This peach lemonade so simple to put together! Here are a few notes on the process:

Strain it with a fine mesh strainer. This step is key: it removes the peach peels, making for a smooth lemonade (otherwise sediment will float to the top).
Add ice and garnishes when serving. This makes it so the lemonade doesn’t become watered down in the pitcher. Place the ice and garnishes in the glass: we like to garnish with a few peach slices, basil or mint, and some colorful straws.

Variations on this recipe

We like this peach lemonade best as written in the recipe below, but once you make it once you might want to try these variations:

Sparkling lemonade: Replace 4 cups cold water with soda water for a sparkling variation.
Spiked lemonade: Spike it by the glass: add ¼ cup vodka or 3 tablespoons bourbon to 1 cup peach lemonade.
Arnold Palmer: Make a Peach Arnold Palmer by mixing 6 tablespoons lemonade with 1 cup iced tea.

More lemonade recipes

As two drink experts, we’ve perfected homemade lemonade and then made almost every variation. Some of our favorites are Cucumber Lemonade, Blueberry Lemonade, Mint Lemonade, Strawberry Lemonade, Raspberry Lemonade or Watermelon Lemonade.

Dietary notes

This peach lemonade recipe is vegetarian, vegan, plant-based, dairy-free and gluten-free.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use frozen peaches instead of fresh?

Yes, you can use frozen or canned peaches. Make sure to thaw frozen peaches completely before blending: you may need to use some extra sugar to bring out the sweetness. For canned peaches, you may need to reduce the sugar if they have sugar added.

Can I adjust the sweetness?

Absolutely! Taste the lemonade as you go and add more sugar if you prefer it sweeter. You can also use a sugar substitute if desired (see the notes above).

Can I make this recipe without a blender?

If you don’t have a blender, it also works with a food processor. Or, you can finely chop the peaches and then muddle them with a muddler or the back of a spoon to release their juices. Strain the mixture before combining with the lemon juice and sweetener.