There’s something magical about a peach cobbler bubbling away in a cast iron skillet, especially when it’s tucked inside a wood-fired oven. This rustic dessert is summer in every spoonful juicy, cinnamon-kissed peaches baked beneath a golden, fluffy batter. The smell alone will have everyone gathering around before it even hits the table. It’s the kind of treat that brings back childhood memories and creates new ones too.

I love this recipe because it’s so simple, and the wood-fired heat adds a subtle smokiness that takes it to another level. Perfect for backyard pizza oven nights or casual summer dinners on the patio. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and you’ve got dessert perfection.

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Why You’ll Love This Pizza Oven Dessert

This peach cobbler is everything a comforting dessert should be warm, sweet, slightly tart, and irresistibly gooey. The batter rises up around the peaches as it bakes, creating a crisp edge and tender cake-like center. Cooking it in cast iron inside a wood-fired oven adds a rustic charm and slightly smoky flavor that’s hard to beat. It’s simple enough for a weeknight and special enough for company.

Simple Ingredients

This cobbler is made with basic pantry staples and fresh fruit no fancy ingredients here!

Peaches: Fresh, ripe peaches bring juicy sweetness and a natural summery flavor.
Sugar: Used in both the peach filling and the batter for sweetness and caramelization.
Lemon Juice: Balances the sweetness and brightens the peach flavor.
Cinnamon: Adds warmth and depth to the fruit filling.
All-Purpose Flour: Forms the base of the golden, tender cobbler topping.
Baking Powder: Helps the batter rise and stay fluffy.
Salt: Just a pinch enhances all the other flavors.
Milk: Creates a pourable batter that bakes into a soft crust.
Butter: Adds rich flavor and helps the topping brown beautifully.

Servings, Prep & Cook Time

Servings: 6
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30–35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes

What Is Needed

4 ripe peaches, sliced
¼ cup sugar
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp cinnamon
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ cup sugar (for batter)
1 tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt
¾ cup milk
¼ cup melted butter

Instructions

In a mixing bowl, combine sliced peaches with ¼ cup sugar, lemon juice, and cinnamon. Stir well and set aside.
In another bowl, whisk together flour, ½ cup sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir in milk and melted butter until smooth.
Grease a cast iron skillet with butter or oil. Pour the batter into the skillet and spread it evenly.
Spoon the peach mixture over the batter don’t stir! The batter will rise around the fruit as it bakes.
Place the skillet in your preheated wood-fired oven. Bake for 30–35 minutes or until the top is golden and the peach juices are bubbling.

Top Tips

Use ripe peaches for the best flavor freestone varieties work best for slicing.
Don’t stir after adding the peaches! Let the batter rise naturally for that cobbler magic.
Check doneness early if your wood-fired oven runs hot edges should be golden and crisp.
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for a classic touch.
Let it cool slightly before serving so the juices thicken up just right.

Recipe Variations

Use nectarines or plums in place of peaches.
Add a dash of nutmeg to the filling for extra spice.
Sprinkle chopped pecans on top before baking for a crunchy twist.
Make it gluten-free by swapping in a 1:1 GF baking blend.

Recommended Equipment

10″ cast iron skillet (the one I use)
Mixing bowls
Measuring spoons and cups (I love these magnetic measuring spoons)
Spoon or spatula
Oven mitts

Make Ahead Tips

You can slice and season the peaches a few hours ahead and refrigerate until ready to bake. The batter is best made fresh right before baking.

How to Store and Reheat

Store: Leftovers can be kept in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Reheat: Warm individual portions in the microwave for 30 seconds or reheat the whole skillet in a 325°F oven until warmed through.

What to Serve With This Recipe

A scoop of classic vanilla ice cream
Fresh whipped cream
A drizzle of caramel sauce
Iced tea or lemonade for summer picnics
Serve it after BBQ ribs, grilled chicken, or burgers!

What You Need to Know About This Recipe

Peach cobbler is a Southern staple with roots in early American cooking. When fresh fruit wasn’t available, settlers used preserved peaches and a simple batter to create something sweet and satisfying. Today, we’re giving it a wood-fired twist that adds charm and flavor. It’s a go-to summer dessert that’s just as good at family cookouts as it is for weekend dinners.

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