Peach Cobbler in Cast Iron Skillet: 3 Secrets to Get That Golden, Crispy Top

Peach cobbler in cast iron skillet – Oh, the magical combination of fresh, juicy peaches in a well-seasoned cast iron skillet makes the most perfect peach cobbler bundt cake.

Using a peach cobbler cast iron skillet for this dessert makes the flavor and texture perfect for this dish. Cast iron skillets are known for their heat retention and even cooking, making this this recipe the easiest cast iron cobbler you’ll make.

This peach cobbler in cast iron skillet is hands-down the easiest to make—moist, delicious, and topped with the perfect crispy crust every time. If you’ve been searching for the best cobbler in cast iron skillet, this one won’t disappoint.

Can you bake in a cast iron skillet?

Yes, you can totally bake in a cast iron skillet—and honestly, it might just be your new favorite way to do it, it sure has been ours!

Why Bake in Cast Iron?

This pan gives you even heat all the way through, which means your food bakes up just right—crispy on the edges and golden in all the best places.

If you’re making a cozy cobbler in cast iron skillet, a gooey cast iron peach cobbler, or even a nostalgic campfire peach cobbler in cast iron skillet, you’re in for that perfect balance of crisp crust and warm, bubbly filling.

Bonus? When properly seasoned, your cast iron skillet is naturally nonstick, making cleanup just as satisfying as that first bite.

If you love fall baking or anything cozy and cast iron, you have to try my cast iron pumpkin muffins. They’re fluffy, warmly spiced, and bake up with perfectly crisp edges.

Peach Cobbler in Cast Iron Skillet

This lazy peach cobbler is simple but has the most unbeatable flavor. With this being an easy Fall desserts with few ingredients, minimal prep, you get a dessert that delivers on taste without the fuss.

The peaches create the perfect balance of sweetness and juiciness while the flour creates a golden buttery topping with just the right amount of crispiness.

Ingredient breakdown

• Peaches: Their juicy flavor that adds moisture and slight tanginess really add to this cobbler.
• Butter: Adds in moisture and crisp to the crust
• Cinnamon: Enhances the flavor and adds a warm sweetness.
• Brown Sugar: Adds a depth of flavor and helps caramelize as it cake peach cobbler bakes.
• Granulated Sugar: Balances the tartness of the peaches.
• Flour: Base and provides structure for light and fluffy texture
• Maple Syrup: Enhances the warm caramelized notes.
• Egg: Binds all ingredients and helps with richness.
• Baking Powder: Leavening agent, helps cobbler rise.
• Add corn starch to help with preventing watery cobbler filling.
• Milk: Helps with moisture.

How to make peach cobbler:

Preheat your oven to 375°F (175°C). Butter your cast iron cobbler pan.

Prepare the peach filling: In a large bowl, combine sliced peaches, granulated and brown sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Toss everything together until peaches are coated, set aside.

Make the batter:
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder and a pinch of salt.
Gradually add milk and whisk until smooth. Set aside.

Add the batter: Pour batter evenly over the peaches. Do not stir—this is key to getting that delicious, cobbler-style texture.

Bake: Bake the cobbler for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the peach filling is bubbling up around the edges.

Cool and serve: Let the cobbler cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

It’s best enjoyed warm, especially with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Butter is always essential in baking, but browning the butter adds a richness and nutty flavor just like with my spiced pumpkin bread.

This extra step makes the overall flavor and helps balance the texture, creating a perfect crispness on the outside and tenderness on the inside.

It’s a simple trick just like my favorited gluten free oatmeal chocolate chip cookies recipe, that makes a big difference!

This one pan peach cobbler is hassle free, incredibly easy to make – just mix all of your ingredients in a cast iron skillet cobbler, bake and enjoy!

Tips for how to make peach cobbler in a cast iron skillet

Mix ingredients lightly: Combine ingredients until just blended to avoid density

Chill the Dough: Refrigerate the dough to maintain flakiness and ease of handling.

Preheat the Oven: Bake at a high temperature (375-400°F) for a crisp, golden crust.

Add Sugar: Sprinkle sugar on top before baking for added sweetness and crunch.

What is your secret for a great cobbler

A great peach cobbler in cast iron comes down to the right mix of ingredients and the textures. Fresh peaches are juicy and naturally sweet, with just the right amount of sugar and cinnamon to bring out their flavor.

Cooking the cobbler in a cast iron skillet, lets the filling cook evenly while caramelizing the edges for that perfect bite of sweetness. The topping needs to be golden and crispy on the outside, but soft and tender underneath, which is where cast iron really shines.

This iron skillet peach cobbler is the best in this pan, it creates a beautifully crisp, golden crust that you simply can’t achieve with other plans.

How do I reheat peach cobbler

To reheat peach cobbler in cast iron, simply place the cobbler pan (or skillet) back in the oven at 350°F for about 10–15 minutes, or until warmed through. If you’re working with a one pan peach cobbler, you can reheat the whole dish at once—just cover it loosely with foil to keep the crust from over-browning. For single servings, the microwave works too: heat in 30-second intervals until warm.

Tip: Reheating in cast iron helps keep the crust crispy while warming the fruit filling perfectly!

I hope you enjoy making this peach cobbler in cast iron skillet as much as we did! If you try out this recipe, I’d love to hear how it turns out for you.

Your feedback helps me improve and inspires others to give it a try.