One of our favorite local farms opened for the season last weekend so we U-picked apples and peaches until Lincoln’t little arms could pick no more. It was unseasonably cool and overcast the day we visited which made our orchard outing feel deliciously and undeniably fall. I am SO ready for the freshness and newness that autumn brings!
So long, summer – bring on pumpkin picking, corn pits, college football, and Gluten Free Peach Cobbler. Oh yes, this late season nostalgic treat got a little upgrade to be gluten free, easily made dairy free, and so, so simple to whip up – all you need is one bowl.
Just look at this cinnamon-sugar topped, sweet and bubbly peach dessert…she’s a beaut, Clark!
Easy Gluten Free Peach Cobbler
Sliced fresh peaches are lightly sweetened and spiced then dolloped with a gluten free cobbler topping and baked. That’s it! The warm peaches are soft and just sweet enough, while the fluffy, fragrant cobbler topping tastes just like sugar cookies. Eating it is a can’t miss experience.
Ingredients Needed
The best part about this unfussy peach cobbler is that every ingredient aside from the fresh peaches is a kitchen staple. Here’s what you’ll need:
- Fresh peaches. I’ll show you my super simple trick for peeling fresh peaches below. If you’re making this out of season, feel free to use frozen then thawed peaches.
- Pure maple syrup. Pure maple syrup not only slightly sweetens the fresh peaches, but adds hints of caramel and vanilla.
- Gluten free flour. You’ll need GF measure for measure / 1:1 baking flour both to thicken the peach filling, and to create the cobbler topping. Use your favorite blend – just be sure that it includes a binder like xanthan gum.
- Cinnamon. Cinnamon in the peach filling adds warmth and balances out the sweetness, plus a little dusted on top of the cobbler topping makes the dessert super fragrant.
- Sugar. Regular white sugar sweetens the cobbler topping.
- Butter or Vegan butter. Both regular butter and vegan butter can be used in the cobbler topping. We like Earth Balance Soy Free butter for a vegan option.
- Egg white. An egg white helps keep the cobbler topping together and also makes it light and fluffy.
- Vanilla, Baking Powder, and Salt. These baking staples round out the cobbler topping.
Small Batch Recipe
As I mentioned, this small batch Gluten Free Peach Cobbler makes just enough for two people because, well, I have zero self control around warm cobblers and crisps (which is why I made my Stovetop Apple Crisp for Two!) One scoop for you, and another for someone you love.
Make as an after dinner treat that’s not going to send you into a sugar coma, or take to a friend who could use a warm food hug. It’s the right thing to do!
Step 1: Peel the Peaches
If you’ve ever wondered how to peel fresh peaches, it is incredibly simple. Score an “X” onto the bottom of each peach with a knife then carefully slide them into a pot of boiling water for 30 seconds, or until the peel starts to come away. Let the peaches cool for a few minutes then peel and slice each peach into 8 slices.
Alternatively you could use frozen peaches that have been thawed.
Step 2: Make the Peach Filling
Add the peach slices to a large mixing bowl with pure maple syrup, measure for measure/1:1 gluten free baking flour (I like King Arthur Brand), and cinnamon then stir to coat with a spatula.
Scrape the peaches into a 7x5x2″ baking pan (or a similar sized pan) then set aside.
Step 3: Make the Cobbler Topping
In the same bowl, whisk together softened butter or vegan butter and sugar until smooth. Add vanilla and an egg white then whisk until smooth. Finally, add gluten free flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt then switch to a spatula and stir until the flour is just combined.
Pour the batter over the peaches then spread into an even layer and sprinkle with a little extra cinnamon and sugar. I really think this makes a difference taste-wise – super yummy!
Step 4: Bake
Bake the cobbler for 22-26 minutes at 375 degrees, or until the top is golden brown, then let cool for 10-15 minutes before serving with a big scoop of vanilla ice cream. This easy gluten free dessert recipe is HEAVEN! Enjoy enjoy!
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Gluten Free Peach Cobbler
Description
Gluten Free Peach Cobbler is a cozy dessert recipe that makes just enough for 2. Made in just one bowl, from kitchen staples, it's the perfect treat any time of year.
Ingredients
- For the Peach Filling:
- 1lb peaches (about 3-4 small peaches), peeled and sliced into eighths
- 2 Tablespoons pure maple syrup (not pancake syrup)
- 1-1/2 teaspoons gluten free measure for measure flour (see notes)
- heaping 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- For the Cobbler Topping:
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup butter or vegan butter, softened
- 1 large egg white
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/4 cup + 3 Tablespoons gluten free measure for measure flour
- 1/8 teaspoon baking powder
- pinch salt
Directions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees then spray a 7x5x2" baking pan (or similar size baking pan) with nonstick spray and set aside. Add peach slices, maple syrup, gluten-free flour, and cinnamon to a medium-sized bowl then mix with a spatula to combine. Scrape into prepared baking dish then set aside.
- Add sugar and softened butter to the bowl then whisk until smooth, 30 seconds. Add egg white and vanilla then whisk until smooth. Add gluten free flour, baking powder, and salt then switch to a spatula and stir until the flour is just incorporated. Scoop the mixture evenly over the fruit then sprinkle with a little additional cinnamon and sugar.
- Place baking pan on top of a baking sheet in case of overflow then bake for 22-26 minutes or until topping is light golden brown. Let cool for 10-15 minutes then scoop and serve with ice cream, if desired.
Notes
- To easily peel peaches: score an "X" onto the bottom of the peaches then slide into a pot of boiling water for 30 seconds, or until peel starts to peel away. Let cool for a few minutes then peel and slice.
- I like King Arthur Gluten-Free Measure for Measure Flour
This recipe is courtesy of Iowa Girl Eats, http://iowagirleats.com.
Lynn Hoffer 08.25.2017
You have the most wonderful, do-able recipes for those of us with Celiac Disease!!! Living gluten free is difficult but as delicious as your recipes are even my husband loves them and doesn’t complain about having to eat my food – because he really loves things I can’t eat !! THANK-YOU!! THANK-YOU!!! THANK-YOU!!!
Kristin 08.28.2017
You are so welcome, Lynn – so, so thrilled to hear you BOTH love the recipes! :D
Patricia 08.21.2017
This looks great! My only issue is that I don’t know if I have an oven safe dish the appropriate size. :(
Kelli @ Hungry Hobby 08.14.2017
I love that this can be made for two or doubled for more! Give me all the peaches they were one of my favorite dessert!
Trisha 08.14.2017
Wuuuuut?! This looks too good. I will never say that I want summer to be done, however, these cooler mornings we’ve been having are actually a-okay by me. I think once my kids are a tad older and we can spend our days together at the pool, I will long for summer to stay forever like I once did, pre-kids. But right now, I think maybe I’m a smidge eager for fall, too.
Michelle J 08.11.2017
That is A LOT of celebrating girl! Enjoy recovery! And even though I’m not GF, I think I may try this non-GF, cuz it sounds AWESOME. And I’m with you, love the built in portion control! Wisconsin had that same fall chill in the air weekend, so I know exactly what you’re talking about. ❤
Kristin 08.14.2017
Woo, I know – I am still exhausted! We are LOVING the cooler temps this week. I know it won’t last but it’s fun to pretend it’s fall. :)
Jeanne 08.10.2017
just made and ate this and it is delicious!! Because I have no will power this is the perfect recipe for two.
Your boys are precious.
Kristin 08.14.2017
Same, Jeanne! All about those single/double servings to help me when I can’t help myself!
Daneen Thurman 08.09.2017
OH! Iowa Girl Eats Spoon is adorbs! How precious!! And I totally adore your blog…thanks for so many wonderful meal ideas…my hubs thanks you, too!
Kristin 08.10.2017
Thank YOU for such a nice comment, Daneen!
Lora 08.08.2017
I have this in the oven right now and it smells SO good! I can’t wait to dig in!
Kristin 08.14.2017
Wish I could bottle up that scent! Hope you love it, Lora!
Leah 08.08.2017
Making this right now! It looks Devine! But am I missing something? I don’t see an oven temp…
Kristin 08.08.2017
Oh no – I included it in the text but not the recipe card – so sorry about that! IT’s 375 degrees!
Meah 08.08.2017
The crumble topping is always the best part!! I adore sugar cookies so this recipe sounds right up my alley. Definitely gonna have to pin this for a fun summer treat :) !
xxMeah
Kristin 08.14.2017
Hope you love it, Meah!
Kate 08.08.2017
This has just become my favorite summer desert EVER. Thank you!!!
Kristin 08.14.2017
Wohoo!! Thanks, Kate!
Amy 08.08.2017
This is pretty and perfect! Great for us empty nesters and to prevent sneaking an extra serving. ;) p.s. Those boys are adorable!
Kristin 08.14.2017
Hahaha, for sure! Thanks so much, Amy!
JoAnn Renello 08.07.2017
I have vanilla ice cream and frozen peaches in my freezer. It’s fate!
Kristin 08.14.2017
Clearly a sign – go for it! :D
Julie 08.07.2017
Do you think this could be made with regular flour? I love your recipes, but we’re not gluten free, so would prefer to use my flour I have if possible.
Kristin 08.14.2017
For sure – that’s totally fine!
Lisa 08.07.2017
Hahaha.. 4 is actually when it gets worse.. they don’t called it the f*cking fours for nothing. My girl turned 4 in April and while there are wonderful aspects of 4 … some of it is for the birds. The plus for 4 is pre-k and those few hours of silence ??
Sharon 08.07.2017
This looks yummy. I have a serrated OXO peeler that I use to peel tomatoes. I would bet it would work on peaches as well and quicker than the boiling water method.
Kristin 08.14.2017
Oh cool – I’ll have to look for that!
Janet Fazio 08.07.2017
Can’t wait to make this! Organic peaches arrive this week in my produce box.
Kristin 08.14.2017
This is the perfect use for them – I hope you love it! :)
Jone 08.07.2017
Would doubling the recipe make an 8″ square pan? Longer baking time? Sounds yummy!
Kristin 08.14.2017
I would still check it around the 22 minute mark – let us know how it goes!
Kelli 08.14.2017
My peaches were huge so I ended up putting them in an 8 by 8 pan and doubled the topping. It could be my oven but bake time was closer to 30 minutes. It was so yummy!!!
Hilary 08.07.2017
Your boys are adorable! And this peach cobbler looks amazing. What’s your best tip on picking out good peaches? I seem to keep picking sour ones. Thanks!
Kristin 08.10.2017
I stick with yellow peaches from Missouri or Colorado and make sure they give juuust a little under my thumb when I push!
Annie @ Annie's Cooking Lab 08.07.2017
That looks amazing! I love how easy it is to do fruit desserts for one or two people. I did a single serving blueberry crisp last night and it was the perfect treat. I can’t wait to try this!
Kristin 08.10.2017
Yumm, that sounds delicious! I hope you love it!