The Easy, Jammy, Buttery-Crumb Treat That Turns Forgotten Frozen Peaches Into Cobbler-Crisp Magic
This 5-ingredient oven baked peach dessert is what to throw together on busy weeknights when you want something cozy and homemade but don’t have the energy for a full-on baking project. You literally toss raw frozen peach slices straight into a baking dish with four pantry staples, slide it into the oven, and let the heat do the magic. The peaches bake down into a jammy, bubbling layer under a sweet, buttery topping that tastes like the easiest peach cobbler-meets-crisp.
🍑 Why This Dessert Is Worth Keeping Frozen Peaches On Hand For
- No Thawing Needed: Frozen peaches go straight from the bag into the baking dish — no defrosting, no draining, no extra step.
- Five Ingredients, Big Payoff: Peaches, sugar, flour, cinnamon, and butter combine into something that tastes like a proper cobbler.
- Genuinely Effortless: Mix the crumb topping, scatter it over the fruit, and bake — there’s no harder step in the entire recipe.
- Great for Breakfast Leftovers: Surprisingly wonderful the next morning with plain Greek yogurt as a not-too-sweet treat.
🛒 Ingredients
- 6 cups frozen raw peach slices (about 24 oz), unthawed
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
👨🍳 Directions
Step 1 — Preheat: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grab an 8×8-inch glass baking dish — no need to grease it.
Step 2 — Add the Peaches: Pour the frozen peach slices straight from the bag into the baking dish. Frosty and stuck together is fine. Spread into an even layer.
Step 3 — Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the sugar, flour, and cinnamon until evenly mixed.
Step 4 — Add the Butter: Drizzle the melted butter over the dry mixture and stir with a fork until crumbly and sandy, like damp brown sugar with small clumps.
Step 5 — Top the Peaches: Sprinkle the buttery mixture evenly over the frozen peaches, covering as much surface as possible.
Step 6 — Bake: Bake for 35–45 minutes, until the peaches are tender and bubbling around the edges and the topping is golden brown. Tent with foil if the topping browns too fast.
Step 7 — Rest and Serve: Let rest for at least 10–15 minutes before serving, allowing the hot fruit to thicken slightly.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions and Storage
Serve warm with a big scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. Sprinkle with extra cinnamon or chopped nuts for crunch. Pairs well with coffee or hot tea after dinner. Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 3 days, reheating gently in the microwave or a low oven.
💡 Variations & Tips
This method works with other frozen fruits like mixed berries, cherries, or sliced apples — add extra sugar for tart fruit. Add vanilla or almond extract to the butter for extra depth, or stir oats or chopped nuts into the topping for crunch. Use coconut oil for a dairy-free version, or a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free. Reduce sugar to ⅓ cup if your peaches are pre-sweetened.
