Easy Strawberry Peach Cobbler Recipe

Why you will love this recipe as much as I do:

1. The secret to the easiest strawberry-peach dessert you will ever make is a box of purchased yellow cake mix.
2. There’s nothing quite like a delicious fruit cobbler featuring fresh seasonal berries and fruit.
3. Whether hosting a backyard barbecue, planning a cozy family dinner, or simply craving a classic dessert, this homemade strawberry peach cobbler is the perfect sweet treat.

Ingredient notes and substitutions:

• Fresh peaches – are combined with strawberries to form the fruit-filling base. To keep things simple, I leave the peel on. Cling-free peaches are the easiest to work with because the flesh doesn’t stick to the pit or stone. Elberta peaches are my favorite, and I highly recommend using them if you can find them.
• Strawberries – are combined with peach slices to form the fruit-filling base. Look for strawberries that are uniformly bright red all over, they will be the sweetest.
• Brown sugar – adds sweetness to the dessert, balancing out the tartness of the fruits.
• Cornstarch – mixes with the juices released from the strawberries and peaches during baking and thickens the filling. For the best results, I do not recommend substituting flour for cornstarch.
• Egg—although using an egg in the cobbler filling isn’t typical, this recipe uses an egg as a thickening agent and cornstarch to help bind the fruit juices and create a thicker consistency.
• Lemon juice – the acidity of lemon juice brightens and enhances the flavors of the fruit filling.
• Kosher salt – enhances all of the flavors of the filling.
• Butter – is added to the dry cake mix to give the topping a rich, buttery flavor. When the topping is baked, it also contributes to the golden color and crispy edges. It is also used to grease the baking dish to keep the cobbler from sticking.
• Yellow cake mix – simplifies the process as it contains pre-measured dry ingredients like flour, sugar, baking powder, and sometimes flavorings. While other cake mix flavors can be used, I recommend yellow for the best results.
• Roasted pecans – are an optional ingredient; I think they add a nice crunch and flavor.

How to make this recipe for Strawberry Peach Cobbler:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Liberally grease a 10-inch cast iron skillet or baking pan with one tablespoon of butter.
2. Slice the peaches, no need to peel them. Hull or remove the leaves and stems from the strawberries. Slice them in half or in quarters if they are very large. Add the peaches and strawberries to the cast iron skillet or baking dish.

3. Combine the brown sugar, cornstarch, egg, lemon juice, and salt in a small bowl. Pour the filling mixture over the fruit and toss gently to combine. Set aside.

4. Combine the melted butter, cake mix, and pecans, if using, in a medium-sized bowl.

5. Spoon the topping evenly over the fruit and use an offset spatula to spread it out evenly.

6. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly. If the top starts browning too much, loosely cover it with aluminum foil while the cobbler finishes cooking.

7. Serve warm with a large scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Serving suggestions:

While there is no denying that a large scoop of vanilla ice cream served on top of a serving of fruit cobbler is amazing, there are other options:

• For example, you could top each warm strawberry peach cobbler serving with a dollop of freshly whipped cream or Cool Whip. You could also substitute Greek yogurt.
• Chopped roasted pecans or fresh berries could also be sprinkled over the top of the cobbler just before serving to add a crunchy texture and additional flavor.

Recipe variations:

Cherries, blackberries, or blueberries can be substituted for either the strawberries or peaches to make the fruit filling.

How to store leftovers.

Normally, a cobbler can be stored on your counter at room temperature. However, because this recipe includes an egg, storing it in the fridge is safer. Store it in an airtight container or wrap in plastic wrap and store it for up to 5 days.

Recipe FAQs:

Expert tips and tricks:

Use with fresh, ripe strawberries and peaches for the best flavor and texture. Look for firm fruits that yield slightly to pressure and have a sweet aroma. Avoid using overripe or underripe fruit, as they may affect the taste and consistency of the cobbler.

Let the cobbler cool for a few minutes after removing it from the oven before serving. This allows the fruit filling to set slightly.

More dessert recipes with strawberries or peaches.

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