This peach and raspberry cobbler is a simple, comforting dessert made with juicy peaches, fresh raspberries, and a golden, buttery cobbler topping. The sweet-tart fruit and lightly crisp topping make this an easy dessert for summer gatherings, family dinners, or a relaxed weekend treat.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Fresh and flavorful: Juicy peaches and tart raspberries create a naturally delicious fruit combination.
- Easy to make: The cobbler topping comes together with simple pantry ingredients and no special equipment.
- Family-friendly: Its warm fruit filling and soft, golden topping make it an inviting dessert for all ages.
- Perfect for summer: It is a wonderful way to enjoy fresh seasonal peaches and raspberries.
Ingredients
Peach Filling
- 5 peaches, cut into wedges
- 125 g (1 cup) fresh raspberries
- 75 g (½ cup) caster sugar
Cobbler Topping
- 90 g (½ cup) cold butter, salted or unsalted
- 90 g (⅔ cup) caster sugar
- 140 g (1 cup) plain flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons milk
- 2 tablespoons flaked almonds
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Demerara sugar, optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Heat the oven to 160°C for a fan oven or 170°C for a conventional oven.
- Prepare the fruit: Cut the peaches into chunky wedges and place them in a large bowl. Add the fresh raspberries and caster sugar, then gently toss until the fruit is evenly coated.
- Transfer the fruit: Tip the sweetened peach and raspberry mixture into an ovenproof baking dish and spread it into an even layer.
- Make the topping: Add the plain flour, baking powder, and caster sugar to a large bowl. Rub in the cold butter with your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces of butter remaining.
- Add the milk: Add the milk and mix gently until the mixture forms a soft dough with a texture similar to soft cookie dough. Stir in the lemon zest.
- Top the fruit: Spoon the cobbler topping over the peaches and raspberries, leaving some small gaps where the fruit can bubble through. Sprinkle with optional demerara sugar and the flaked almonds.
- Bake: Place the peach and raspberry cobbler in the preheated oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the fruit is juicy and bubbling around the edges and the topping is golden and fluffy.
- Serve: Let the cobbler rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy it warm on its own or with your favorite accompaniment.
Tips & Tricks
- Use ripe but reasonably firm peaches so they soften without completely losing their texture during baking.
- Fresh raspberries work especially well, but frozen raspberries can also be used. Add them frozen rather than thawing first.
- Keep the butter cold when making the topping. This helps create a tender, slightly crumbly texture.
- Avoid overmixing the topping after adding the milk, as this can make it heavier.
- If the topping looks dry after adding the milk, add a tiny amount more milk at a time until the dough comes together.
- For extra crunch, sprinkle a little additional flaked almond over the top before baking.
- If the top browns too quickly while the fruit still needs time to cook, loosely cover the dish with foil.
Details
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
- Total Time: 40–45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British-inspired
- Difficulty: Easy
- Dietary Notes: Vegetarian; alcohol-free; halal-friendly
Notes
For a slightly more rustic finish, leave some of the peaches in larger wedges. You can also replace part of the raspberries with blackberries for a mixed-berry variation.
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or a spoonful of thick natural yogurt. The contrast between the warm fruit and cool topping makes this easy peach cobbler especially satisfying.
Nutrition
Approximate per serving, based on 6 servings and excluding optional demerara sugar:
- Calories: 340 kcal
- Protein: 4 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fat: 15 g
Nutrition values are estimates and can vary depending on the exact ingredients and serving size.
FAQ
Can I make peach and raspberry cobbler with canned peaches?
Yes. Drain the canned peaches thoroughly before using them. Fresh peaches provide the best texture, but canned peaches are a convenient alternative when fresh fruit is unavailable.
Can I use frozen raspberries in cobbler?
Yes. Frozen raspberries can be added directly to the fruit mixture without thawing. They may release a little more juice during baking, creating an especially saucy filling.
How do I know when the cobbler is done?
The cobbler is ready when the topping is golden and fluffy and the peach and raspberry filling is visibly juicy and bubbling around the edges.
Can I prepare this cobbler ahead of time?
Yes. You can prepare the fruit and topping separately and refrigerate them until you are ready to assemble and bake. For the best texture, bake the cobbler shortly before serving.
What can I serve with peach and raspberry cobbler?
Vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, custard, or thick natural yogurt all pair beautifully with the warm fruit and buttery topping.
Can I use other fruit in this recipe?
Absolutely. Nectarines, blackberries, blueberries, or a combination of summer berries can be used to create your own seasonal variation.
Storage
Refrigerator: Allow leftovers to cool, then cover the baking dish or transfer the cobbler to an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Freezer: Once completely cool, transfer portions to a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 2 months. The topping may soften slightly after freezing.
Reheating: Reheat individual portions in the microwave until warm, or place the cobbler in a 160°C oven until heated through. Oven reheating helps restore some of the topping’s crispness.
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Ingredients
Peach Filling
- 5 peaches cut into wedges
- 125 g 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 75 g ½ cup caster sugar
Cobbler Topping
- 90 g ½ cup cold butter, salted or unsalted
- 90 g ⅔ cup caster sugar
- 140 g 1 cup plain flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons milk
- 2 tablespoons flaked almonds
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Demerara sugar optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Heat the oven to 160°C for a fan oven or 170°C for a conventional oven.
- Prepare the fruit: Cut the peaches into chunky wedges and place them in a large bowl. Add the fresh raspberries and caster sugar, then gently toss until the fruit is evenly coated.
- Transfer the fruit: Tip the sweetened peach and raspberry mixture into an ovenproof baking dish and spread it into an even layer.
- Make the topping: Add the plain flour, baking powder, and caster sugar to a large bowl. Rub in the cold butter with your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces of butter remaining.
- Add the milk: Add the milk and mix gently until the mixture forms a soft dough with a texture similar to soft cookie dough. Stir in the lemon zest.
- Top the fruit: Spoon the cobbler topping over the peaches and raspberries, leaving some small gaps where the fruit can bubble through. Sprinkle with optional demerara sugar and the flaked almonds.
- Bake: Place the peach and raspberry cobbler in the preheated oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the fruit is juicy and bubbling around the edges and the topping is golden and fluffy.
- Serve: Let the cobbler rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy it warm on its own or with your favorite accompaniment.
Notes
Conclusion
This peach and raspberry cobbler is proof that a homemade dessert does not need to be complicated. With juicy seasonal fruit, a buttery golden topping, and a little lemon zest for brightness, you can create a comforting dessert with very little effort. Serve it warm and enjoy a simple homemade treat that is perfect for sharing.