You’ve come to the right place! Lazy Man’s Peach Cobbler (also known as Dump Cake or 3-Ingredient Cobbler) is a legendary dessert for a reason. It’s incredibly easy, requires no fancy skills, and delivers maximum comfort with minimal effort. The magic is in the self-forming crust and gooey peach center.
Here’s the classic, foolproof recipe.
Lazy Man’s Peach Cobbler
This recipe uses a “melt in your mouth” batter that forms its own magical crust and saucy bottom layer.
Serves: 6-8
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 45-50 minutes
Ingredients
· 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
· 1 cup all-purpose flour
· 1 cup granulated sugar
· 2 tsp baking powder
· 1/4 tsp salt
· 1 cup milk (whole or 2% works best)
· 1 (29 oz) can sliced peaches in heavy syrup or juice, UNDRAINED
Instructions
- Preheat and Melt Butter: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the stick of butter in an 8×8 or 9×9 inch baking dish. Put the dish in the preheating oven to melt the butter. Keep an eye on it so it doesn’t burn! This should take about 5 minutes.
- Make the Batter: While the butter melts, in a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Pour in the milk and whisk until you have a smooth, thin batter.
- Assemble the Cobbler:
· Once the butter is melted, carefully remove the hot dish from the oven.
· Immediately pour the batter evenly over the melted butter. DO NOT STIR.
· Immediately spoon the undrained canned peaches and their syrup evenly over the top of the batter. DO NOT STIR. - Bake: Place the dish back in the oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the edges are bubbling.
- Cool and Serve: Let it cool for at least 15-20 minutes before serving. It will be very hot and will thicken as it cools. Serve warm, ideally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Why This “Lazy” Method Works
The magic is in the layers:
- The hot, melted butter on the bottom.
- The thin batter poured on top.
- The heavy peaches and syrup spooned over it all.
As it bakes, the batter rises through the peaches, creating a golden, cake-like top, while the butter and syrup create a deliciously saucy bottom. It’s pure dessert alchemy!
🌟 Flavor Variations & Pro-Tips:
· The Classic Upgrade: Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract or ½ teaspoon of cinnamon to the batter for extra warmth.
· Different Fruits: This method works with almost any canned fruit!
· Chery Cobbler: Use a can of cherry pie filling.
· Mixed Berry: Use a can of blueberry or mixed berry pie filling.
· Apple Cobbler: Use a can of apple pie filling and add a pinch of nutmeg to the batter.
· Using Fresh or Frozen Peaches: If you use fresh or frozen (thawed) peaches, you’ll need to add more liquid. Mix 2-3 cups of sliced peaches with ¾ cup of sugar and 1 cup of water or juice. Bring to a simmer to dissolve the sugar, then use this mixture in place of the canned peaches and syrup.
· Don’t Stir! This is the most important rule. The layers must remain separate going into the oven for the magic to happen.
· Check for Doneness: The cobbler is done when the top is a beautiful golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the caky part comes out clean.
· Storage: Cover and store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or a warm oven.
Enjoy your incredibly easy, deliciously comforting Lazy Man’s Peach Cobbler! It’s proof that the best desserts don’t have to be complicated.