Get ready to transform your kitchen into a heavenly dessert haven with the most effortless, mouth-watering peach cobbler you'll ever make! Imagine coming home to a warm, gooey dessert that requires almost zero effort and delivers maximum flavor. This Crock Pot Peach Cobbler is your secret weapon for impressing family and friends without spending hours in the kitchen. With just a few simple ingredients and your trusty slow cooker, you'll create a dessert so delicious, it'll have everyone begging for seconds!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 4 hrs
Total Time: 4 hrs 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 4 cups sliced peaches
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Prepare the peaches by washing, peeling, and slicing them into approximately 1/2-inch thick pieces. If using fresh peaches, ensure they are ripe but still firm.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced peaches, granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Gently mix until peaches are evenly coated with the sugar mixture.
- Grease the inside of your 6-quart slow cooker with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Pour the prepared peach mixture into the bottom of the greased slow cooker, spreading it evenly across the base.
- In a separate bowl, prepare the cake topping by combining the dry yellow cake mix with melted unsalted butter and water. Stir until a smooth batter forms.
- Carefully pour the cake mix batter over the peach mixture, trying to cover most of the fruit layer without fully mixing.
- Cover the slow cooker with its lid and set to cook on LOW heat for 4 hours. Do not lift the lid during cooking to maintain consistent temperature.
- After 4 hours, check the cobbler. The top should be golden brown and the peaches bubbling. Insert a toothpick into the cake topping to ensure it's fully cooked.
- Turn off the slow cooker and let the cobbler rest for 15-20 minutes before serving. This allows the dessert to set and makes serving easier.
- Serve warm, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. Best enjoyed fresh and warm on the day of preparation.
Tips
- Peach Selection Matters: Use ripe but firm peaches for the best texture. If fresh peaches aren't in season, high-quality frozen peaches work wonderfully.
- Prevent Soggy Bottom: Lightly coat peaches in flour to help absorb excess moisture and create a more consistent texture.
- No Peeking Rule: Resist the temptation to lift the slow cooker lid during cooking. Each time you do, you'll lose heat and extend cooking time.
- Serving Suggestion: For an extra indulgent touch, serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
- Make-Ahead Magic: Prepare the peach mixture and cake topping separately the night before, then assemble and cook in the morning for a stress-free dessert.
- Storage Tip: While best served fresh, leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for 2-3 days and gently reheated in the microwave.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 62g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 30mg
