Peach Cobbler

Name: Slow Cooker Peach Cobbler with Cake Mix
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 2 h 5 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: Cooking spray, to coat; 2 (15 oz) cans sliced peaches; 1/4 cup brown sugar; 1 tsp ground cinnamon; 1 tbsp cornstarch; 1 (15.25 oz) box yellow cake mix; 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/2 cup butter, cut into pats; Vanilla ice cream, for serving

This slow cooker peach cobbler combines canned peaches, brown sugar, cinnamon, and yellow cake mix for a warm, gooey dessert that requires minimal hands-on effort and comes together in the slow cooker.

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Total

2h 5m

Servings

6

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$19–$31

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Ingredients

Cooking spray, to coat
2 (15 oz) cans sliced peaches
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 (15.25 oz) box yellow cake mix
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 cup butter, cut into pats
Vanilla ice cream, for servingoptional

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Instructions

1
Spray the inside of your slow cooker with cooking spray.
2
Add one can of sliced peaches with the syrup directly into the slow cooker. Drain the second can of peaches and add them as well.
3
Sprinkle the brown sugar, 1 tsp of ground cinnamon, and cornstarch over the peaches.
4
Mix everything together until the cornstarch is fully incorporated and you no longer see any white powder.
5
Pour the dry yellow cake mix evenly over the top of the peach mixture.
6
Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 tsp of ground cinnamon over the cake mix.
7
Arrange the pats of butter evenly over the top of the cake mix.
8
Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for 2-3 hours, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
9
Serve warm, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Coat the slow cooker with cooking spray before layering to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
Scatter butter pats evenly over the dry cake mix—do not stir or premix—for a crumbly, biscuit-like topping.
The cobbler is done when the cake topping is golden brown and the peach filling bubbles slightly at the edges; a toothpick inserted into the topping should come out clean.
Let cool for 10–15 minutes before serving with vanilla ice cream so the filling sets slightly and scoops cleanly.

Substitutions

Brown sugar → white sugar (reduces molasses depth but maintains sweetness)
Yellow cake mix → white or vanilla cake mix (alters flavor profile slightly but works well)
Vanilla ice cream → whipped cream or Greek yogurt (lighter topping options)

Storage & make-ahead

Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a 300°F oven for 15–20 minutes or microwave individual portions for 1–2 minutes.

Equipment

slow cooker

Common Questions

Can you use fresh peaches instead of canned?

Yes. Use about 6–8 fresh peaches, peeled, pitted, and sliced. Toss with brown sugar, cinnamon, and cornstarch as directed. Fresh peaches may release more liquid, so monitor the cobbler toward the end of cooking to avoid oversaturation.

How long does peach cobbler take in a slow cooker?

Typically 4–6 hours on low or 2–3 hours on high, depending on your slow cooker. The cake mix should be golden and the peach filling bubbly at the edges.

Can you make this ahead?

Assemble the cobbler up to 8 hours in advance, cover, and refrigerate. Add 30–60 extra minutes to cooking time when starting from cold.

What's the purpose of cornstarch in this recipe?

Cornstarch thickens the peach juices so the filling is gooey but not runny, preventing a soggy bottom layer.

Should the butter be cold or melted?

Cut it into pats (small, cold pieces) and scatter over the dry cake mix. Cold butter creates pockets that yield a more textured, cobbler-like topping.