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Looking for a delicious and easy-to-make peach cobbler recipe? Look no further! This Peach Cobbler for One is perfect for one person or to share with a friend. It’s made with only one peach, a simple topping, and just a few minutes of prep time.
Explore more recipes using just one peach, like our sweet Peach Crisp, tender Peach Scones, or fluffy Peach Dutch Baby.
Why You’ll Love This Mini Peach Cobbler Recipe
- Single serving: Perfect for those days when you want to treat yourself without leftovers.
- Quick and easy: Requires just a handful of ingredients and simple preparation steps.
- Recipe doubles well: If you’d like to make “peach cobbler for two”, simply double the ingredient amounts.
- Great for all occasions: Ideal for a quiet afternoon indulgence or an after dinner dessert.
- Delicious: The combination of sweet peaches and a golden crust is simply irresistible.
What Is A Peach Cobbler?
Peach cobbler is a classic American dessert known for its sweet, juicy peach filling and a biscuit-like topping that is baked until golden brown. The delicious blend of soft sweet peaches with a crispy, crumbly top creates a taste sensation that will keep you coming back for more.
Choosing The Best Peaches For Your Cobbler
Peach season typically runs from June through the end of August, and in cooler climates, you might find quality peaches even into September. Here are some tips to help you pick the perfect peaches for your cobbler:
- Check the Color: Look for deep yellow background color in yellow peaches, while white flesh peaches should exhibit a creamy yellow hue.
- Test the Firmness: Ideal peaches are not rock-hard or overly soft. Gently press the peach with your palm instead of your fingertips, as peaches can bruise easily.
- Give it a Sniff: A good peach will have a sweet, fresh aroma. If it smells good, it’s likely a prime pick for your recipe.
Ingredients
If you have any ingredients leftover from this quick and easy peach cobbler recipe, check out our Leftover Ingredients Recipe Finder.
- Peach: Picking the perfect peaches is the secret to an amazing cobbler! When they’re in season, fresh peaches are the undisputed champion. Canned or frozen work in a pinch (use 1 cup, sliced). Peel or don’t – it’s your call. But remember, ripe peaches are key for the most flavorful cobbler!
- Sugar: Use granulated sugar
- Lemon juice: This recipe calls for a touch of lemon juice to balance the sweetness of the peaches and add a layer of brightness to the flavor. You can use either freshly squeezed lemon juice or bottled lemon juice. Both options work well!
- Flour: Use all purpose flour.
- Baking powder: Gives the cobbler topping a little rise. Make sure your baking powder is fresh so it works.
- Vanilla and ground cinnamon: For wonderful flavor.
- Milk: Use any percentage of cow’s milk, almond or soy milk.
This is just an overview of the ingredients I used and why I used them. For the full recipe please scroll down to the recipe box at the bottom of the post.
Recipe Variations
This mini peach cobbler recipe is my favorite – but feel free to mix yours up a bit! Here are a few peach cobbler variations:
- Berry Peach Cobbler: Add a handful of mixed berries for a fruity twist.
- Spiced Peach Cobbler: Add a pinch of cardamom or allspice for a warm, spiced flavor profile.
- Nutty Peach Cobbler: Top with crushed almonds or walnuts before baking for a crunchy texture.
How To Make Peach Cobbler For One
These step-by-step photos and instructions help you visualize how to make a individual peach cobbler. See the recipe box below for ingredient amounts and full recipe instructions.
- Heat oven to 375° F (190° C). Place the sliced peaches in a 10-ounce ramekin. Stir in sugar, lemon juice, vanilla, and cinnamon. Set aside.
- In a separate small bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, and baking powder. Add the milk and whisk until the batter is smooth.
- Place ramekin on a small baking sheet. Pour batter evenly over the peaches.
- Bake for 25-28 minutes, until the topping is golden brown.
Serving Suggestions: Serve as is, with whipped cream, with a scoop of homemade vanilla ice cream, or a dollop of clotted cream.
Expert Tips
- Uniform Peach Slices: Aim for 1/4-inch thick slices of peach to ensure even cooking. Uniform slices help you avoid a mix of tender and crunchy pieces in your cobbler.
- Avoid Overmixing the Batter: Stir the topping batter just until combined. Overmixing activates too much gluten, leading to a rubbery texture in the final product.
- Visual Baking Cues: Bake the cobbler until the topping turns a golden hue and you see syrup bubbling at the edges of the ramekin. This is your sign that it’s done.
- Serving Temperature: For the most satisfying experience, serve your mini peach cobbler warm.
- Ramekin Sizing: Use a 10-ounce ramekin with a 4-inch diameter and a height of approximately 1 3/4 inches. If your ramekin doesn’t indicate its size, simply fill it with water and then measure that volume in a measuring cup to confirm its capacity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! If you’d like to make another peach cobbler or make one large cobbler, double the ingredient amounts and keep the baking time the same as called for in the recipe. If doubling the recipe to make one large peach cobbler, I recommend using a 5×5-inch baking dish that has a base of 25 square inches.
Peach cobbler is best enjoyed warm, right after it has baked. Store leftover cobbler covered, in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
To reheat the peach cobbler, use the microwave or oven. To reheat in the oven, remove the cobbler from the refrigerator and allow it to come to room temperature. Bake at 350 degrees F for about 10 minutes or until warmed through.
Yes, just ensure to drain canned peaches thoroughly and defrost frozen ones before use.
Ways To Use Leftover Ingredients
If you have any ingredients leftover from this recipe, check out our Leftover Ingredients Recipe Finder or you might like to consider using them in any of these single serving and small batch recipes:
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Peach Cobbler For One
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup sliced peaches (about ¼-inch thick)
- ½ tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- ⅛ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the cobbler topping
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tablespoons granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Heat oven to 375° F (190° C).
- Place the sliced peaches in the ramekin. Stir in ½ tablespoon of sugar, lemon juice, vanilla, and cinnamon. Set aside.
- In a separate small bowl, mix together the flour, 1 ½ tablespoons of sugar, and baking powder. Add the milk and whisk until the batter is smooth.
- Place ramekin on a small baking sheet. Pour batter evenly over the peaches.
- Bake for 25-28 minutes, until the topping is golden brown.
- Enjoy warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, if desired.
Notes
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- Uniform Peach Slices: Aim for 1/4-inch thick slices of peach to ensure even cooking. Uniform slices help you avoid a mix of tender and crunchy pieces in your cobbler.
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- Avoid Overmixing the Batter: Stir the topping batter just until combined. Overmixing activates too much gluten, leading to a rubbery texture in the final product.
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- Visual Baking Cues: Bake the cobbler until the topping turns a golden hue and you see syrup bubbling at the edges of the ramekin. This is your sign that it’s done.
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- Serving Temperature: For the most satisfying experience, serve your peach cobbler warm.
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- Ramekin Sizing: Use a 10-ounce ramekin with a 4-inch diameter and a height of approximately 1 3/4 inches. If your ramekin doesn’t indicate its size, simply fill it with water and then measure that volume in a measuring cup to confirm its capacity.
Nutrition
The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
I cooked this. i used can peaches as thats what i had on hand very nice . Annette.
Made this tonight. Used brown sugar since it was what I had on hand. My peaches were a little tart. So it was even more on the tart side. We still liked it very much. Even my husband that doesn’t care for cobblers liked it ! Great dessert !! Will make again.
I used canned peaches because that’s what I had. After I put the batter on top of the fruit, I sprinkled it with a cinnamon/sugar mixture and then baked it. I’ve been doing this same cinnamon/sugar mix on a blueberry cobbler for two that I’ve been making for years. I really enjoyed this peach one.