Summertime Skillet Peach Cobbler
Summertime peaches are the BEST! This is the time to buy up as many as you can find…but what do you do with all of them? This Skillet Peach Cobbler is an excellent way to use up some of your peach bounty…and it also makes an awesome 4th of July dessert! Member’s Mark™ Ground Cinnamon adds that extra layer of flavor that combines perfectly with the peaches.
Why Use a Cast Iron Skillet?
Using a cast iron skillet to bake a cobbler has several key advantages that make it a favorite among home bakers and chefs alike:
1. Even Heat Distribution
Cast iron heats slowly but retains and distributes heat very evenly, which means:
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The fruit filling bubbles consistently.
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The topping bakes evenly, with no burnt edges or raw centers.
2. Crisp, Golden Crust
The hot skillet helps create a crisp, caramelized bottom and edges on the cobbler topping — something harder to achieve in glass or ceramic dishes.
3. Rustic Presentation
A cobbler baked in cast iron has a beautiful, rustic look. You can serve it straight from the skillet, keeping it warm longer and cutting down on dishes.
4. Versatility and Oven-to-Table Convenience
Cast iron goes from stovetop to oven easily. You can warm or pre-cook the fruit filling on the stove, then top and bake it—all in one pan.
5. Retains Heat for Serving
Cast iron holds heat well, keeping your cobbler warm for longer at the table—great for serving with ice cream.
How to Select the Perfect Peach
1. Look for Vibrant Color
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A ripe peach should have deep golden-yellow skin.
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Red blush is okay but not a ripeness indicator—it depends on the variety.
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Avoid green undertones; that usually means it was picked too early.
2. Gently Press for Softness
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Ripe peaches yield slightly to gentle pressure near the stem end.
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If it’s rock hard, it’s not ready. If it’s too mushy, it may be overripe or bruised.
3. Smell for Fragrance
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A ripe peach will have a sweet, floral scent, especially near the stem.
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No smell = probably underripe.
4. Check the Skin Texture
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Slight fuzz is normal, but wrinkled skin around the stem can be a good sign—it often means it’s extra ripe and sweet.
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Avoid peaches with cuts, bruises, or dark soft spots.
Bonus Tip:
If you can’t find perfectly ripe ones, choose firm peaches and let them ripen at room temp in a paper bag for a couple of days.
Summertime Skillet Peach Cobbler
Equipment
- 1 10-inch cast iron skillet
Ingredients
- 2-3 medium Peaches sliced 1/2-in. thick (about 2½ cups sliced)
- ¼ tsp Member's Mark™ Ground Cinnamon
- 1 cup Member's Mark™ Granulated Sugar divided
- ¼ cup Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Member's Mark™ All Purpose Flour
- 1½ tsp Baking powder
- ¼ tsp Kosher salt
- ¾ cup Whole milk
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- Vanilla ice cream for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. In a large bowl, combine peaches, Member's Mark™ Ground Cinnamon, and ¼ cup of the sugar in a medium bowl; let stand at room temperature until ready to use.
- Place butter in a 10-inch cast-iron skillet; place in preheated oven until butter is melted, about 10 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and remaining ¾ cup granulated sugar. Whisk in milk and vanilla until combined.
- Carefully remove skillet from oven, and pour in cake batter (there is no need to stir).
- Bake in preheated oven 5 minutes. Spoon peaches and any accumulated juices over cake batter, (no need to stir).
- Continue baking until golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes.
- Serve warm with ice cream.