Fresh and Juicy Homemade Gluten Free Peach Cobbler Recipe

Name: Gluten Free Fresh Peach Cobbler
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: 6-8 fresh peaches (sliced); 1/2 cup brown sugar; 1 tablespoons melted butter (unsalted butter); 1 tablespoon cornstarch (* see note); 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 1/4 cup gluten free flour blend (* see note); 1/4 cup brown sugar; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/8 teaspoon sea salt; 1 egg (large); 4 tablespoons melted butter; 3/4 cup almond milk (* see note); 1/4 cup optional sliced almonds

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This gluten free peach cobbler is full of juicy peaches....it makes your kitchen smell so good. Topped with a fluffy gluten free biscuit topping, this gf cobbler is the perfect topper for this delicious summer treat.

A serving of peach cobbler topped with whipped cream.

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Why This Recipe Is Great:
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How To Make Gluten Free Peach Cobbler:
Recipe FAQ:
Can You Make a Fruit Crisp Instead?
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Today, Mr. Fearless Dining is trying to replicate a recipe he and my son love. My son is a Boy Scout. When my husband was a scout, he remembers making a peach cobbler on a camping trip. They would layer biscuits with peaches in the Dutch oven and set them on top of the coals.

I don't have a Dutch oven, so I am going to make this gluten free version as close as I can to the original. I hope you love this gluten free peach cobbler recipe as much as my family. You may also love these delicious Gluten Free Peach Muffins.

Why This Recipe Is Great:

This gluten free peach cobbler is made with simple ingredients that are easy to find at any grocery store.
With one bite of this homemade cobbler recipe, your mouth will be filled with juicy sweet peach with a hint of brown sugar... irresistible!
This recipe can be enjoyed ALL YEAR LONG. Use fresh, frozen, or canned peaches to make this deliciously easy gluten free peach cobbler at any time. This cobbler shouldn't just be a summer dessert. It is too good not to enjoy it more often.
This cobbler recipe is not only easy to make, but it will also feed 6-7 cobbler-loving people! This is a comforting dish that is wildly popular after any family meal.

Ive made it and also changed the fruit i put 4 berries and was delish

You can also use the cobbler cake for pudding chomeur and was exceptional."
Kim F.

If you want to try a different type of cobbler, give my Gluten Free Cake Mix Cobbler a try too!

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Ingredient Notes:

Photos of the peach cobbler ingredients.

Fresh Peaches - This recipe can use either white or yellow peaches. See the FAQ below for some tips to ripen your peaches. See the FAQ to get the directions if you are using frozen peaches.
Brown Sugar - I love the way brown sugar caramelizes with sweet peaches. You can also use coconut sugar, but it won't have quite the same flavor.
Cornstarch - You can also use tapioca or arrowroot starch if corn-free.
Gluten Free Flour Blend - I have tested this recipe with King Arthur Measure for Measure GF and Bob's Red Mill 1 to 1 Gluten Free Flour Blend. That doesn't mean others will not work. I just have not tested other flours.
Xanthan Gum - If your gluten free flour blend doesn’t contain Xanthan Gum or Guar Gum, please add 1 teaspoon. See the substitutions below for a gum-free option.
Butter - Use unsalted butter.
Eggs - Use size large.
Almond Milk - Other dairy-free kinds of milk and regular milk will all work, but I do not recommend canned coconut milk.
Almonds - This is totally optional. I add them for a little bit of protein.

A serving of paleo peach cobbler topped with vanilla ice cream. — Paleo Peach Cobbler

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If you are grain-free and eat paleo, I have a Paleo Peach Cobbler that you can enjoy. It has all of the delicious flavors of my original recipe, but it has no refined sugars.

Substitutions:

If you can't have xanthan or guar gum, use my DIY Gluten Free Flour Blend in this recipe. My blend uses psyllium husk and is gum-free. Note using my blend; you may need 2-3 tablespoon of additional liquid.
To make this recipe dairy-free, use plant-based butter.

How To Make Gluten Free Peach Cobbler:

Step 1: Wash your peaches and pat them dry with a towel. Place a peach on a cutting board and cut the fresh peaches into slices. I do not peel the peaches for my easy gluten free cobbler recipe. If you prefer to peel your peaches, that is okay too.

Step 2: Add the brown sugar and melted butter. Mix to coat the peach slices in the sugar mixture.

*If your peaches are not quite ripe, see below in my FAQ on how to ripen peaches quickly! I also talk about using frozen peaches in this easy peach cobbler with canned peaches.

Biscuit topping ingredients in a large bowl.

Step 3: Add your dry ingredients to a large mixing bowl and use a wire whisk to blend these dry ingredients together.

Step 4: Add the wet ingredients and whisk in a small bowl. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix the two until they are just barely mixed.

Do not use a stand mixer to mix up the gluten-free cobbler topping for best results. It will overmix the batter, and your cobbler topping will not be fluffy.

Step 5: This is what your cobbler batter consistency will look like. If you are grain-free and prefer a paleo topping, try this easy Paleo Biscuits recipe!

🔑 Sandi says: Please know that every gluten free flour blend has a different grain-to-starch ratio. You may need to add more flour or liquid to match the batter in my photo.

Step 6: Add the peach mixture to a prepared greased 8x8 pan. (You can also line your pan with parchment paper if you prefer.) Use a large spoon to spread the peaches around so the entire bottom of the pan is covered.

Step 7: Use a large spoon or cookie scoop to drop the gluten free biscuit topping on top of your peach mixture. You don't have to do this in any fancy way; drop it on.

Step 8: Bake the peach cobbler for 25-30 minutes at 350º F. You will know it is ready when the topping has a very slight golden color and the peaches are bubbling around the topping.

I know summer can be hot, so feel free to bake this in a large toaster oven or small convection oven. I hope to test this recipe in my air fryer soon too.

Scooping a serving of cobbler out of the pan.

Step 9: Serve this gluten free peach cobbler warm with fresh whipped or vanilla ice cream. Enjoy! Your whole family will love this recipe. It is a family favorite in our house!

You may also want to try my homemade gluten free peach cake recipe too.

How to ripen peaches:

Ripening peaches is easy; you can choose how quickly to ripen them. If you have a couple of days, you can place your hard peaches in a brown paper bag. You can also put a banana in the bag, which will help speed this process up because of the ethylene gases.

You can also ripen peaches in a microwave. You will need to cut your peaches into slices or chunks, leaving the skin on so you get the flavors from it. Toss with the sugar, 2 teaspoons lemon juice, and butter and microwave for 3-4 minutes.

Gave this a try and absolutely thrilled with the outcome. Took me back to my grandmother’s kitchen. Thank you sooo much. So simple and sooo delicious!"
Glenda B.

Recipe FAQ:

Do you peel the peaches before slicing and baking?

I do not peel peaches before using them in my recipes. The skin is very soft and softens even more while baking.

Can you use frozen peaches for peach cobbler?

You can easily use frozen peaches, but I recommend thawing your peaches before using them.

Can you use canned peaches?

Yes, you can use canned peaches. They make an easy peach cobbler with canned peaches. Most canned peaches are full of sweet syrup, which can make your crisp too sweet. If you use canned peaches, you may consider buying the least syrupy brand you can find. You can also rinse the peaches in a colander to remove the syrup.

Can you freeze this recipe?

You can definitely freeze this peach cobbler recipe. You will want to wrap the top of the dish in plastic wrap, then a layer of foil to prevent freezer burn.

To defrost the cobbler, remove the plastic wrap. Replace the foil over the cobbler and bake at 300º F for 15-20 minutes until warm.

Can you make this nut-free?

You can easily make this cobbler nut-free by omitting the almond slices and using different non-dairy milk like rice milk.

Can You Make a Fruit Crisp Instead?

You most definitely can make this a peach crisp instead. Use the crumble topping instead of the biscuit topping in my Gluten Free Apple Crisp recipe.

A pan full of baked peach cobbler with a golden biscuit topping.

You may also like this delicious Gluten Free Blueberry Cobbler recipe. Top with whipped cream or ice cream! If you want to try an amazing cocktail made with peaches, give this Frozen Peach Margaritas recipe a try!

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(*This post was updated from an old 2016 post with newer photos and more details. Here is a photo from that old post.)