Easy Peach Cobbler with Cake Mix Topping
This Peach Cobbler with Cake Mix Topping is an easy, crowd-pleasing dessert made with juicy peaches, buttery cake mix, and warm cinnamon flavor. With just a few pantry ingredients and minimal prep time, this simple cobbler bakes into a golden, comforting dessert perfect for holidays, potlucks, or weeknight treats.Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate classic dessert experience.
Ingredients
- 2 cans (15 oz) sliced peaches in syrup or juice
- 1 (15.25 oz) box yellow cake mix
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
Optional toppings:
- ¼ cup chopped pecans
- Vanilla ice cream for serving
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Step 2: Add the Peaches
- Pour the canned peaches along with part of the syrup or juice into the prepared baking dish. Stir in the cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and brown sugar.
Step 3: Add the Cake Mix
- Evenly sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix over the peaches. Do not stir.
Step 4: Add the Butter
- Slowly drizzle the melted butter over the top of the cake mix, covering as much of the dry mix as possible.
Step 5: Bake
- Bake for 40–50 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the peach filling is bubbling around the edges.
Step 6: Cool and Serve
- Allow the cobbler to cool for about 10 minutes before serving. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream if desired.