Delicious Peach Cobbler Recipe with Cake Mix

The best part about summer is the ripe, fresh fruit, am I right?! Topping my list are fresh, juicy peaches. Come July and August, I grab a bag of them almost every time I hit the grocery store or drive by my favorite farm stand.  

Aside from enjoying them as a mid-morning snack or slicing them for the kids’ pool parties, you can find me adding them to Strawberry Peach Burrata or Peach Prosciutto Salads. No summer menu is complete without a comforting sweet treat, however, and this peach cobbler with cake mix is my go-to. 

Made with a base of warmly-spiced, brown-sugar sweetened peaches and topped with cake mix and pats of butter before baking, once you’ve made peach cobbler made with cake mix, you may never go back to the traditional peach cobbler recipes!

But just because it’s easy to prep doesn’t mean you lack any of the classic flavor. It boasts thick and saucy, warmly spiced peaches you know and love — and the cakey, buttery topping is simply swoon-worthy.

Serve this cake mix peach cobbler recipe at your summer BBQs, neighborhood parties, and whenever you need a summer sweet treat pick-me-up for rave reviews!

For more delicious dessert recipes, check out my Cherry Pretzel Tart, Pink Rice Krispie Treats, and Brownie Sizzler!

If you haven’t yet made peach cobbler using cake mix, you’re missing out! This recipe is…

• Super Quick. Just like a peach dump cake, this recipe is made in a few simple steps using pantry staples in less than 10 minutes. That’s right, no fancy stand mixers required! Once assembled, just pop it in the oven! This is one of my favorite peach desserts because it is convenient and can be easily prepped ahead of time. 

• Budget-Friendly! I love that you can pick up all these ingredients for a great price, especially when fresh summer peaches are in season! 

• Nostalgic. This is one of the main reasons I love this recipe. Traditional peach cobbler is something I enjoyed in my childhood, and this version using the boxed cake mix is my way to remember my childhood summers.

• Fresh Peaches - Obviously the star of the show! I like using fresh peaches in the summer, but you can also use canned peaches in heavy syrup, following my tips below. 

• Boxed Cake Mix - Yellow cake mix is my go-to, but you can also use spiced or white cake mix. You will need ½ half of a box of dry cake mix. 

• Butter - Salted butter balances the sweet filling, but you can also use unsalted butter if preferred.

• Brown Sugar- This adds a light caramel flavor and sweetens the peaches. Use light brown sugar for mild caramel notes and dark brown sugar for a deeper molasses flavor, and pack it well to measure.

• Cinnamon - I’m not sure it could be a peach cobbler recipe without ground cinnamon. Warm spices make the fruit filling and make the house smell divine! 

• Cornstarch - Two tablespoons thickens the peach sauce, creating that ooey-gooey peach pie filling we are looking for! If you don’t have cornstarch, you can also use 1 ½ tablespoons of all-purpose flour. 

• Lemon Juice - For fresh acidity that enhances the sweetness of the peaches and helps to break them down to softened perfection. Use fresh lemon juice if possible, though bottled also works. 

• Agave - Again, for sweetness! If using canned peaches, I recommend skipping it to keep the dessert from being overly sweet. Don’t have agave? No problem! You can also use maple syrup. 

• Vanilla Ice Cream - My favorite way to enjoy peach cobbler is with a big scoop of vanilla ice cream on top! If ice cream isn’t your thing, you can also use whipped cream.

Swaps and Recipe Variations

Feeling inspired? Try any of this following adjustments and swaps to make this cake mix peach cobbler your own!  

• Switch Up the Cake Mix — Swap white or spiced cake mix for yellow for a fun twist!

• Different Fruit — Craving another summer fruit cobbler, such as blueberry or mixed fruit? You can follow this recipe with nearly any summer or early fall fruit, swapping 3 cups of blueberries, mixed berries, apricots, plums, or apples. Or, pit and halve cherries to make a cherry pie filling base. The options are endless.

• Spices & Extracts — Add an extra depth of flavor by stirring ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg or cardamom or ½ teaspoon vanilla or almond extract into the peach mixture. Chef’s kiss!  

• Individual Servings — Divide the mixture among 6 ramekins or mini cast iron skillets for impressive single-serving desserts!

Step by Step Instructions

Learn how to make peach cobbler with cake mix in 4 simple steps, perfect for bakers of all levels:

1. Step 1: In a mixing bowl, combine the sliced peaches, lemon juice, cinnamon, agave, brown sugar, and cornstarch. Gently toss to combine.

2. Step 2: Preheat the oven to 375°F and spray a 9x9-inch baking pan with non-stick cooking spray. Pour the peaches into the baking dish and spread out into an even layer.

3. Step 3: Sprinkle the cake mix onto the peaches. Cut the butter into even ½-tablespoon squares and place them on top of the cake mix.

4. Step 4: Bake the cobbler for 40 minutes or until the topping is golden brown. Cool for 15-20 minutes before serving generous spoonfuls of the cobbler with a scoop of vanilla ice cream!

Tips for the Perfect Peach Cobbler with Cake Mix

For the best homestyle peach cobbler with layers of saucy peaches and buttery cobbler, follow these simple tips:

1. Slice the peaches uniformly. Though they don’t have to be perfect, having peaches of approximately the same size — I recommend about ⅛-inch thick — allows them to cook evenly, making the peaches consistently soft. 
2. Let the sweetened peaches rest. Once sliced and mixed with the brown sugar mixture, let the fruit sit at room temperature while the oven preheats to allow the peaches to soften and create a nice fruit filling. 
3. Space out the pats of butter. As the butter melts, it will hydrate the cake mix, allowing it to bake up to tender, moist perfection. Prevent dry spots by spreading out the slices of butter evenly. If desired, you can also use melted butter and drizzle it over the topping.
4. Cool slightly before serving. The peach filling will set slightly during the 15-20 minutes, making it velvety and luxurious!

Storage Directions

• Refrigerating: Let the leftover peach cobbler cool completely to room temperature before covering it with aluminum foil or transferring it to an airtight container and refrigerating it for up to 5 days. 
• Freezing: The cooled leftovers can also be frozen in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Defrost it overnight in the refrigerator until thawed.
• Reheating: Warm individual servings of peach cobbler in the microwave on gentle heat until hot.