Peach Cobbler with Canned Peaches
Peach Cobbler with canned peaches and cake mix is the kind of effortless dessert that tastes like pure summer—no matter the season. With tender, syrupy peaches bubbling under a golden, buttery cake-mix topping, this shortcut cobbler delivers all the cozy, homemade flavor with hardly any fuss. Perfect for last-minute gatherings, weeknight cravings, or when you just want something sweet and nostalgic, this easy recipe proves that simple ingredients can create something truly irresistible.
Who would have thought that with just a couple of pantry-staple ingredients, you could whip up a mouth-watering peach cobbler dessert with just 15 minutes of prep? Using yellow cake mix adds incredible convenience and ensures a consistently golden topping while grating frozen butter over the sprinkled cake mix topping allows it to distribute evenly, creating delicate, crispy flakes as it bakes.
This 9×13 desser is effortless, really. It’s my favorite potluck dessert, an ultimate crowd-pleasing treat, best served warm with a melting scoop of vanilla ice cream!
What is a peach cobbler with canned peaches?
This incredibly easy peach cobbler with cake mix and canned peaches uses a box of yellow cake mix and canned sliced peaches for a dessert you can make any time of year with convenience. The simple filling is enhanced with warm ground cinnamon as well as vanilla and almond extract – accentuating the peaches’ sweetness, while a sprinkle of cornstarch ensures a perfectly thick consistency.
With a clever trick of grating frozen butter over the top, the assembled cobbler bakes into a golden, bubbly, and delightfully crisp topping. It’s best served warm with a scoop of your favorite brand of vanilla ice cream (or this homemade version) – guaranteed to be an absolute crowd-pleaser.
Another tip comes from a reader: “Try adding a small can of crushed pineapple with the peaches for a fruitier flavor.“
Ingredients needed to make peach cobbler with canned peaches
- Canned sliced peaches: You’ll need 3 15-oz cans or about 2 quarts of homemade canned peaches for this recipe.
- Extracts: I’ve used both vanilla and almond extract in this peach cobbler dessert for added depth of flavor. The almond flavor really sets this cobbler apart from other recipes, accentuating the natural sweetness of the peaches and working beautifully alongside the vanilla.
- Cornstarch: Sprinkled over the sliced peaches to help thicken the juicy cobbler filling.
- Ground cinnamon: Make sure your ground cinnamon is fresh for maximum flavor.
- Yellow cake mix: The cake mix adds convenience and simplicity to this dessert, taking the place of ingredients you would have needed to have added separately, such as flour, white sugar, salt, and rising agents.
- Brown sugar: Adds sweetness and a caramelization to the cake mix topping.
- Salted butter: You’ll need ½ cup of frozen butter and another 2 tablespoons for buttering the baking dish.
How do you make this peach cobbler
Prep & Preheat:
- Preheat your oven to 375-F and lightly butter a 9×13-inch baking dish with 2 tablespoons of butter.
Prepare the cobbler filling:
- Add 2 15-ounce cans of peaches to a large bowl, syrup and all. Drain the 3rd can and add just the peaches to the bowl.
- Add the almond and vanilla extract to the peaches and sprinkle them with cornstarch and cinnamon. Gently stir to combine.
Assemble the cobbler:
- Pour the peach mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Open the cake mix and sprinkle the mix evenly over the top of the peaches.
- Sprinkle the brown sugar over the top of the cake mix.
- Grate ½ cup (or 1 stick) of frozen butter on the largest holes of a box grater and sprinkle the shredded butter over the top of the cobbler.
Bake, cool, and serve:
- Bake for 45 minutes at 375-F until the top is bubbly and golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for about 10 minutes before serving.
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream, and enjoy!
Serving
A great way to serve a peach cobbler made with canned peaches is to lean into warmth, contrast, and a little bit of indulgence. Spoon the cobbler into shallow bowls while it’s still warm so the syrupy peaches and crisp, golden topping stay soft and glossy. Add a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream (the cold cream melting into the warm fruit is magic), or top it with lightly sweetened whipped cream for something airier. For a little extra flair, finish with a sprinkle of cinnamon, a drizzle of the peach syrup from the pan, or even a few fresh peach slices if they’re in season. It’s simple, cozy, and always a crowd-pleasing way to end a meal.
This peach cobbler with canned peaches is the perfect dessert to finish meals, such as pork tenderloin, tasty burgers, Spaghetti Tacos, Bird Dogs, grilled chicken, or anything else off the grill or smoker.
This dessert is an excellent choice for potlucks and parties, as it travels easily without fuss. It’s a perfect fit for summer poolside barbecues yet versatile enough to be enjoyed any time of year!
Sandy’s tips and substitutions:
- Storage: Keep leftover peach cobbler with cake mix in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days to maintain freshness. It won’t freeze well, so be sure to eat it fresh. You can warm it in the microwave or eat it cold from the fridge.
- Make ahead: You can prep this dessert ahead of time and then just pop it in the oven while you enjoy dinner. It’ll be ready in time to eat dessert, and it smells amazing!
- Add-ins: Fold chopped pecans or walnuts into the cobbler filling for extra crunch, or sprinkle them on top before baking.
- Cake mix: Try using a “French Vanilla Cake Mix” – for a richer flavor, instead of a yellow cake mix.
- Dairy-free: Use plant-based butter to make this peach cobbler dairy-free without sacrificing texture.
- Gluten-free: Use a gluten-free cake mix if needed.
- Fruity twists: Experiment with other fruits. This Strawberry-Peach Cobbler, Peach Raspberry Cobbler, and Peach and Blueberry Cobbler are great examples of the types of fruit that pair beautifully with peaches.
- Cool before serving: This peach cobbler with yellow cake mix is molten hot when it comes out of the oven. Let it sit for about 10 minutes to thicken up before serving.
- Peaches: If you use jarred peaches, you’ll need 2 24-oz jars. I buy them from Costco just for this recipe.
- TRY THIS: A read said “Try adding a small can of crushed pineapple with the peaches for a fruitier flavor.“
- Don’t overcook: The top should be bubbly and brown. If it starts getting too brown, cover the baking dish loosely with foil until it finishes baking.
- Test for doneness: You’ll know the cobbler is cooked when the cake topping is set in the middle.
- Ice Cream TIP: We love Tillamook’s Vanilla Bean Ice Cream served with this cobbler. It’s the best with the most intense vanilla flavor that pairs beautifully with peaches.
If you’ve followed me for a while, you’ll know that I can’t get enough of cobbler desserts. If peaches aren’t your favorite, give this Blueberry Cobbler, Blackberry Cobbler, Raspberry Cobbler, or Lemon Cobbler a try!
More peachy desserts you may want to try:
- Peach Cobbler Cookies
- Peach Blueberry Crisp
- Best Peach Tart
- Peach Buttermilk Cake
- Peach Dumplings Recipe
Get the Recipe:
Peach Cobbler with Canned Peaches
Ingredients
- 3 15 oz canned sliced peaches, one can drained or 2 (24 oz) jars sliced peaches (we buy at Costco) or 2 quarts of home canned peaches*
- 1 tsp almond extract
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 Tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- ½ cup salted butter, frozen (freeze for grating) + 2 Tbsp for buttering the baking dish
- Vanilla Bean Ice Cream, for serving
Equipment
- 9×13 baking dish (I like to use a ceramic baking dish)
- Large bowl (These glass bowls are so handy for baking)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 F and lightly butter a 9×13 baking dish.
- In a large bowl add *2 jars of peaches, one with syrup, and one jar drained. [If using 15 oz canned peaches, use 2 cans with syrup and drain 1 can.]
- Next, add the almond and vanilla extracts (yes, so good!). Sprinkle the cornstarch and cinnamon over the peaches, and gently stir the peaches with a spoon.
- Pour the peaches into the buttered 9×13 baking dish.
- Open the box of cake mix and sprinkle evenly over the peaches.
- Next sprinkle evenly the dark brown sugar over the cake mix.
- Grate the stick (½ cup) of salted butter over the brown sugar.
- Bake for 45 minutes or until the top is bubbly and golden brown. Don’t overcook the top.
- Remove the cobbler from the oven and allow it to cool for 10 minutes.
- Serve warm with some Vanilla Bean ice cream. Enjoy!
Notes
Sandy’s tips:
- Storage: Keep leftover peach cobbler with cake mix in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days to maintain freshness. It won’t freeze well, so be sure to eat it fresh.
- Make ahead: You can prep this dessert ahead of time and then just pop it in the oven while you enjoy dinner.
- Add-ins: Fold chopped pecans or walnuts into the cobbler filling for extra crunch, or sprinkle them on top before baking.
- Cake mix: Try using a “French Vanilla Cake Mix” – for a richer flavor, instead of a yellow cake mix.
- Peaches: If you use jarred peaches, you’ll need 2 24-oz jars. I buy them from Costco just for this recipe.
- Ice Cream TIP: We love Tillamook’s Vanilla Bean Ice Cream served with this cobbler. It’s the best with the most intense vanilla flavor that pairs beautifully with peaches.
- TRY THIS: A read said “Try adding a small can of crushed pineapple with the peaches for a fruitier flavor.“
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easy to make. simple ingredients. I took it to a dinner party and everyone loved it!
Can you make this the day before you use it, but bake it on the day you use it?
I have not tried doing that, but I think it could work! Come back and let us know if you try it :)
I was wondering about the liquid of the canned peaches you’ve tried. Mine are heavy syrup. Should I use less sugar? Or buy light or natural juice peaches? Thank you! Love, love your site and recipes. Have saved many of them over the years.
It’s really up to you if you want to rinse them first, or use a lighter peach. I’d keep the rest of the recipe the same! Enjoy!
This is delicious. I have been making it since 1977. I use French vanilla cake mix and sometimes add a small can of crushed pineapple with the peaches. Try it, you will like it. I love your posts and recipes. Thanks.