Easy Peach Cobbler with Cake Mix

Name: Peach Cobbler Recipe With Cake Mix
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 1 (29-ounce) can sliced peaches in heavy syrup, (undrained); 1 (15.25-ounce) box yellow cake mix; ¾ cup butter, (sliced into 24 cuts); cinnamon

Peach Cobbler with Cake Mix Ingredients
How to Make Peach Cobbler with Cake Mix
Kristyn’s Recipe Tips
Peach Cobbler Recipe With Cake Mix Recipe
Recipe FAQ
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We love Peach Cobbler, and when we are looking for an even more simple way to make it, our go-to is this peach cobbler with cake mix!

Traditional cobbler tops a bed of fruit with a biscuit-y crust. This recipe tops a bed of peaches with a cake mix crust (it’s super easy – just layer)! The best part is it takes minutes to whip up and uses only 4 pantry-stable ingredients.

This is perfect to pair with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or top with fresh whipped cream! It’s a summertime favorite at our house.

Get more peach with our favorite Peach Crisp, Peach Smoothie, and tasty Peach Pie!!

Why we think you’ll love it:

Only 4 ingredients! That’s right, you only need 4 ingredients to whip up this easy dessert.
Just layer and bake. Three steps and just 5 minutes of prep make this a go-to dessert the kids LOVE to make.
For sharing. This cobbler makes an entire warm and fruity pan-full, perfect for everyone to enjoy!

Ingredients for peach cobbler with cake mix on counter.

Peach Cobbler with Cake Mix Ingredients

1 (29-ounce) can sliced peaches in heavy syrup, undrained – If using peaches in light syrup, add an extra 1-2 tablespoons of sugar.
1 (15.25-ounce) box yellow cake mix – or spice cake mix
¾ cup butter, sliced into 24 cuts – We use unsalted butter, but salted can be used.
cinnamon – or use nutmeg or allspice
optional nuts – chopped walnuts, pecans, or slivered almonds before baking
optional toppings – Vanilla Ice Cream or Butter Pecan Ice Cream, a drizzle of Chocolate, White Chocolate, or Caramel Sauce

Layering cake mix and butter on top of peaches for cake mix peach cobbler recipe.

How to Make Peach Cobbler with Cake Mix

PREP. Preheat oven to 350°F.
PEACHES. Spread the canned peaches, with the liquid, into a 9×13-inch baking dish.
CAKE. Sprinkle yellow cake mix evenly over peaches.
- Place ¾ cup butter, sliced into 24 cuts evenly on top of the cake mix. Sprinkle with cinnamon.
BAKE. Bake for 40-45 minutes, until golden brown and bubbly. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Kristyn’s Recipe Tips

You must use only the dry cake mix, do not make it into a batter.
Be sure to use the entire can of peaches with the juice.
This really is best served with vanilla ice cream and whipped cream. We also like to serve it with Bluebell’s Peaches & Cream ice cream.

White plate filled with peach cobbler with cake mix .

5 from 21 votes

Peach Cobbler Recipe With Cake Mix

By: Kristyn Merkley

This easy peach cobbler with cake mix uses just 4 ingredients and takes 5 minutes to prep—perfect for a quick, delicious dessert!

Servings: 6

Prep: 5

Cook: 40

Total: 45

Ingredients

▢ 1 (29-ounce) can sliced peaches in heavy syrup, undrained
▢ 1 (15.25-ounce) box yellow cake mix
▢ ¾ cup butter, sliced into 24 cuts
▢ cinnamon

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F.
Spread peaches, with liquid, into a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Sprinkle cake mix evenly over peaches.
Place butter cuts evenly over the cake mix. Sprinkle with cinnamon.
Bake for 40-45 minutes, until golden and bubbly. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Recipe Tips:

You must use only the dry cake mix, do not make it into a batter.
Be sure to use the entire can of peaches with the juice.
Serve with a scoop of Vanilla Ice Cream.

Store. Cover with plastic and keep it on the counter for 1-2 days or in the fridge for 3-4 days. To freeze, wrap again with foil and freeze for 2-3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge.

Reheat. Reheat small portions in the microwave. Larger portions can be reheated in a 350°F oven. If needed, tent a piece of tin foil over the top.

Nutrition

Calories: 204kcal, Carbohydrates: 1g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 23g, Saturated Fat: 15g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 6g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 61mg, Sodium: 184mg, Potassium: 7mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 1g, Vitamin A: 710IU, Vitamin C: 1mg, Calcium: 7mg, Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Recipe FAQ

Can I use fresh peaches?

To use fresh peaches try this Fresh Peach Cobbler recipe.

How to store?

Cover with plastic wrap, or divide into airtight containers, and keep it on the counter for 1-2 days or in the fridge for 3-4 days. To freeze, wrap again with foil and freeze for 2-3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge.

How to reheat?

Heat large portions in a 350°F oven for about 20 minutes or until warm through. Small portions can be heated in the microwave.