This easy Crock Pot Peach Cobbler recipe uses cake mix, canned peaches and butter for an easy dessert made entirely in the slow cooker. The whole family will love this simple recipe for the perfect summer dessert!
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I love peaches in just about any way, shape or form. Fresh juicy peaches are one of the best things about summer. But, you don't have to wait for fresh summer peaches or peach season to enjoy this easy slow cooker peach cobbler recipe.
I make an easy peach cobbler with canned peaches, just like my easy peach dump cake recipe. But instead of baking it in the oven, you make this dessert in the crockpot! No need to heat up your house for this easy cobbler recipe. It's the perfect dessert for summer!
If you love peach desserts, try my peach crisp recipe without oats, Crescent Roll peach dumplings and peach milkshake and more easy dessert recipes in the dessert archives.
Ingredients
There are only 3 ingredients in this easy crockpot peach cobbler with cake mix. You can find them in your grocery store or online.
- Canned peaches -- I use canned peaches in peach juice since the sweetness of the peaches is perfect, but you can use peaches in heavy syrup or lite syrup if you like
- Cake Mix -- I use yellow cake mix, but white cake mix or vanilla cake mix is fine
- Butter -- either salted butter or unsalted butter cut into slices
You will also need a larger slow cooker --- I use my 7 quart crockpot for this easy peach cobbler. Non stick spray or butter is helpful to make clean up easier. You can also use a crock pot liner if you like.
How to Make Crock Pot Peach Cobbler with Cake Mix
First, grease the bottom and sides of the crock pot with butter or cooking spray.
Then, pour the peaches into the bottom of the crock pot. I like to add a little cinnamon to the peaches for extra flavor. This part is optional, though.
Next, sprinkle the cake mix on top of the peaches.
I like to smooth the cake mix with a large spoon or wooden spoon so that it's nice and even. Kids can help with this part -- my kids have been helping make this easy dessert for years!
Finally, place the pats of butter on top of the cake mix.
Cooking Time
Place the lid on the slow cooker, and cook for 2 ½ to 3 hours on high.
When done, the top crust should be golden brown and solid, though it may be a little soft.The peach filling should be bubbling around the edges.
You can remove the lid for the last half hour to allow the cobbler to firm up.
Recipe Variations
You can use canned peaches, fresh peaches or peach pie filling in this recipe. If you want to make fresh peach cobbler from scratch, you can also make it in the crockpot.
You can also use another type of fresh fruit or fruit filling. Try my Slow Cooker Apple Cobbler.
Add cinnamon or brown sugar or vanilla extract for more flavor. A little nutmeg is good, too.
You can double the recipe by adding more fruit filling, but don't use more than 1 box cake mix.
If you have an Instant Pot or electric pressure cooker, try my Instant Pot Peach Dump Cake.
Expert Tips
This crockpot peach cobbler recipe is super juicy. You can drain 2 cans of peaches if you don't like extra liquid. Use the juice from the third can.
The liquid will thicken up as the cobbler cools down. This dessert is actually best enjoyed warm, not hot!
You are using dry cake mix for this recipe, so do not follow the directions on the box of cake mix.
If you think there is too much moisture on the cobbler, place sheets of paper towels or a clean kitchen towel between the lid and the top of the crock pot to catch condensation.
You can also remove the lid for the last 30 minutes of cooking to help the cobbler crust firm up.
How to Serve Cobbler and Store Leftovers
Serve this delicious dessert warm with a big scoop of ice cream on top. Warm peach cobbler is even better topped with a drizzle of caramel syrup or butterscotch syrup!
I use bowls to hold the extra juice. You can also use a slotted spoon to scoop the cobbler out of the slow cooker.
Refrigerate leftover peach cobbler in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Warm up individual servings in the microwave.
Recipe
Crock Pot Peach Cobbler
Ingredients
- 3 15- oz cans of peaches see notes
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1 stick butter sliced into thin pats
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon optional
Instructions
- Lightly grease the bottom and sides of Crock Pot, and add undrained peaches and cinnamon (see notes)
- Pour the dry cake mix over the peaches, and spread until the mix is even
- Top the mix with pats of butter
- Cover, and cook on high for 2 ½ to 3 hours
- Serve warm, topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired
Notes
Nutrition information is estimated. Please do your own calculation to fit special diets.
Nutrition
I hope you enjoy this slow-cooker peach cobbler recipe as much as we do. It's one of our favorite crockpot desserts and one of the easiest dessert recipes using peaches!
If you do try this fruit cobbler, please leave a comment and/or star rating.
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This slow cooker dessert recipe was first published in 2016 and updated in 2023.
Rita Lacy says
What size crock pot?
Dee says
I believe this one is 6 or 7 quarts.
Melissa Seaver says
Did you use peaches in 100% juice or heavy syrup? Also, have you doubled the recipe? If so, did you just double the peaches and do 1 cake layer on top?
Dee says
I usually use the peaches in juice, but heavy syrup is fine, too. I haven't doubled it, but you only need enough cake to cover the top -- like a cobbler.
Tara Weiss says
Do you use paper towel under the lid to cut down on condensation?
Dee says
I don't, but I know that some people do use them.
Sharonia says
Oh my goodness! I made this tonight and my family absolutely loved it!! The only thing I did different is I added some brown sugar and nutmeg with the cinnamon and it was delicious! I will be making this again! Thanks for sharing!
Dee says
So glad you liked it, Sharonia! Thanks for letting me know! 🙂
Cammie says
Can recipe be doubled for more people?
Dee says
Yes -- especially if you're using a larger slow cooker.
Beverly says
This recipe sounds good ! Going to make this for Labor Day Cook out!
Dee says
Thanks, Beverly. I hope you enjoy it! 🙂
Mary Bostow says
Thanks for sharing at Delicious Dishes Recipe Party!
Beverly says
My husband loves peach cobbler - in a crock pot is even better for me. This he can make himself.
Thanks for sharing,
Bev
Dee says
Thanks, Beverly. I think even my husband would be able to make this. 🙂
Cathy Trochelman says
Mmmmm yeah...with vanilla ice cream on top? This = perfection!
Jenna says
Wow this is easy!
Michelle | A Latte Food says
You had me at peach! But, 3-ingredients and crock-pot won me over as well! 🙂 This looks sooo good!
Dee says
Thanks so much, Michelle. It's definitely a treat!
Patty says
Since it is fresh peach season, would this work with fresh ones? Sounds so good!
Dee says
I don't see why not. If you try it let me know how it turns out!
Joanie @ ZagLeft says
This dessert looks and sounds so good! I love that I make it year-round.
Barbara Belt says
What size crock pot. Have several and this sounds delicious. Thank you for the idea. Love your blog.
Dee says
Thanks so much, Barbara! I believe it is 6 quarts. I checked, and I can't find the size listed, but it's a large one.
Abeer says
I don't make cobbler often since I am more of a cake-loving gal ...lol. But this looks amazing! I really need to try it!
Dee says
Thanks! It's perfect when you don't want to fuss with dessert. 🙂
Ashlyn @ Belle of the Kitchen says
Peach Cobbler is one of my favorite desserts of all time! I love that this one is made in the slow cooker!
Dee says
It makes the whole process so much easier, and it still tastes just as good!
JoAnne says
I love peaches too and this looks so yummy and so easy. Amazing that it turns out so great in a crock pot!
Dee says
I was really surprised at how well it turned out!
Hailey says
Do you make the cake batter like it says on the box and pour it over the peaches? Or do you use just the dry cake mix?
Dee says
You just use the dry cake mix. When it's done, it forms a crust over the peaches. 🙂
Jessica - The Novice Chef says
I have been craving peach cobbler for weeks now... I'm off to the store so I no longer have an excuse not to make this!