Easy Southern Air Fryer Peach Cobbler

by Everything Air FryerMay 12, 2021 • Updated Jul 20, 2021

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Air Fryer Peach Cobbler

This southern classic is easy to make and always a win with the family!

Fresh peaches, crisp topping, and loads of your favorite spices make a Southern Peach Cobbler that truly celebrates this summertime favorite!

Preheat your air fryer on BAKE to 350 degrees. Use a 9″ x 7″ dish that will fit in your air fryer. Melt a half a stick of butter in the dish.

In a large bowl whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, milk, and vanilla until well combined.

Pour over melted butter.

Spoon in peaches and juice.

For the topping stir together sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

Sprinkle over peaches. Cover the dish with tin foil. Cook for 15 minutes. Remove cover and cook another 10-15 or until golden brown and bubbly .

Serve warm, with ice cream if desired, and enjoy!

Can you make peach cobbler without peeling the peaches?

It is not a requirement to remove the skins, the peaches bake long enough that there is no texture left. IF you do want to remove the skins briefly boil the peaches (30 seconds), then place in an ice bath, the skins will easily peel off.

How do you soften peaches for peach cobbler?

Placing peaches in a paper bag or perforated plastic bag will actually speed up the process. Hard peaches soften or ripen from the natural release of ethylene gas which is emitted in the bag.

How do you thicken peach cobbler?

Cook the fresh or frozen peaches down with some sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch until bubbling. The cornstarch will thicken the juices so that your peach cobbler doesn’t come out runny. You’ll see things start to thicken up as soon as the mixture comes to a boil.

How do you know when peach cobbler is done?

If the top looks deep golden brown and crusted, you know it’s ready. Another option is to use a thermometer, remove when it reaches 200 degrees.

Can I substitute canned peaches for fresh in cobbler?

To use fresh peaches, you may substitute 4 cups peeled, sliced peaches for the canned peaches.

How do you store peach cobbler?

Store leftover cobbler covered, in the fridge for 4-5 days. To reheat peach cobbler, use the microwave or oven. To reheat in the oven, remove it from the fridge and allow it to come to room temperature.

Can homemade peach cobbler be frozen?

Can I Freeze Peach Cobbler? The peach filling can be prepared and frozen in advance. … When you are ready to bake the cobbler, thaw in the refrigerator and then pour into the baking dish and proceed with the recipe. The whole cobbler can also be frozen, however, the topping may soften a bit when thawed.