When you’re craving something sweet but don’t want to spend all afternoon in the kitchen, this Peach Cobbler with Cake Mix aka Peach Cobbler Dump Cake is your go-to dessert. It’s the perfect blend of easy and delicious – just a few pantry staples, a handful of minutes, and you’ve got a bubbling, golden-topped cobbler. Whether you serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoy it straight from the pan, this no-fuss recipe proves that simple really can be spectacular.
I usually share made-from-scratch recipes, but I know that sometimes life gets busy and shortcuts are welcome. That’s why I wanted to include this easy peach cobbler dump cake – it’s quick, simple, and perfect for when you’re short on time.
Why I Like This Peach Cobbler With Cake Mix
Quick and Easy: Perfect for busy days or last-minute guests—just a few ingredients and minimal prep time.
No Baking Experience Needed: Beginner-friendly! No fancy techniques or equipment required.
Pantry-Friendly Ingredients: Made with staples you probably already have on hand—like canned peaches, cake mix, and butter.
Sweet, Gooey, and Golden: Bakes up with a bubbly, syrupy peach filling and a buttery, crisp topping.
Crowd Pleaser: It’s one of those desserts that everyone—from kids to grandparents—loves.
Customizable: Add nutmeg, or even a handful of chopped nuts for your own twist.
Great with Ice Cream: Pairs perfectly with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Make-Ahead Friendly: You can prep it ahead and warm it up when you’re ready to serve.
Made with Canned Peaches – Making it from canned peaches means you can have peach cobbler anytime of year! And no need to peel and cut fresh peaches.
Equipment Needed
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- A 9×13 Casserole Dish
- Can Opener – I love this can opener. It is easy on my hands to operate and has been working for years. Highly recommend it, if you are in the market.
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Measuring Spoons
Ingredients for Peach Cobbler with Cake Mix
Canned Sliced Peaches – It wouldn’t be peach cobbler without the peaches. I use peaches in a light syrup, but you can use ones packed in heavy syrup or water.
Brown sugar – for a little added sweetness. If you use water packed peaches you may need to add a little more brown sugar.
Cinnamon – for that warm pie like flavor
Box of Yellow Cake Mix – provides the “crumble topping” for the cobbler.
Butter (melted) – moistens the cake mix and gives it some crunch upon cooking.
Cornstarch – to thicken the juice of the canned peaches.
How to Make Peach Cobbler with Cake Mix
Preheat oven to 350F.
In a large mixing bowl use a spoon to mix together the cake mix with the melted butter until you have a coarse texture. Set the bowl aside.
In a small bowl, add cornstarch and a couple of tablespoons of juice/water from one of the cans of peaches. Stir together to get a paste. Add another couple tablespoons of juice/water from the same can of peaches and stir, and then finally another couple of tablespoons of juice/water and give it a final stir. Set aside.
Assemble the Cobbler
Empty two cans of peaches with their juice into a 9×13 casserole (make sure one of these cans was the one you removed some peach juice from to make the cornstarch slurry). With the third can of peaches, drain and discard the juice/water and just add the peaches to the casserole dish.
Add the cornstarch slurry to the casserole dish and stir it all together so that the cornstarch is evenly distributed throughout the casserole dish.
Sprinkle the brown sugar and cinnamon over the top of the peaches.
Sprinkle the cake mix/butter mixture over top of the peaches.
Place the casserole dish into the 350F oven and bake for 60-65 minutes. The cobbler is done when the top is a golden brown and the filling is bubbling. You may want to start checking on it around 55 minutes.
Remove from the oven and let it cool for 15 minutes before serving.
Spoon onto plates or into bowls and top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream if you like. Enjoy!
Pro Tips Tricks and Substitutions
- Canned peaches can be bought in heavy syrup, light syrup, or water. If using heavy syrup peaches, they will be sweeter than light syrup ones which will in turn be sweeter than ones packed in water. You may want to add another tablespoon or two of brown sugar if using water packed peaches.
- If you are not a fan of cinnamon, you can omit it. You could also add nutmeg if you like, I would recommend 1/2 teaspoon.
- I used yellow cake mix, but you can substitute with white vanilla cake mix if you like.
- I used salted butter. Unsalted can be subbed if that is what you have, and add about 1/4 teaspoon of salt to the cake box mix.
- I have seen recipes that call for sprinkling the cake mix overtop of the peaches and then pouring melted butter over top. I find this method always has patches of dry cake mix powder which is unappealing in the final product. I highly recommend mixing the butter and cake mix beforehand to get the best results.
FAQs
What’s the best way to store leftovers? Leftovers are best stored in a container with a tight fitting lid, or plastic wrap on top and placed in the fridge for up to 5 days. You can reheat servings in the microwave for 30 seconds.
Can this peach cobbler be frozen? Yes, you can freeze it as a whole in the casserole dish with a tight fitting lid for up to 4 months or so. Let it thaw in the fridge overnight and then reheat in the oven at 350 for 15-20 minutes. You can also freeze portions in small air tight containers. Just make sure the cobbler has completely cooled before placing in the freezer.
Can I make it ahead of time? Yes! You can bake it a day in advance and store it in the fridge. Reheat in the oven at 350F for 15 minutes or so before serving for best texture.
Peach Cobbler with Cake Mix (aka Peach Cobbler Dump Cake)
Equipment
- 1 9×13 Casserole Dish
- 1 Can Opener
- 1 Large Mixing Bowl
- 1 Set of Measuring Spoons
Ingredients
- 1 13 oz box Yellow Cake Mix
- ½ cup Salted Butter (melted)
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 3 15 oz Can of Canned Peaches in syrup or water
- 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F.
- In a large mixing bowl use a spoon to mix together the cake mix with the melted butter until you have a coarse texture. Set the bowl aside.
- In a small bowl, add cornstarch and a couple of tablespoons of juice/water from one of the cans of peaches. Stir together to get a paste. Add another couple tablespoons of juice/water from the same can of peaches and stir, and then finally another couple of tablespoons of juice/water and give it a final stir. Set aside.
- Empty two cans of peaches with their juice into a 9×13 casserole (make sure one of these cans was the one you removed some peach juice from to form the cornstarch slurry). With the third can of peaches, drain and discard the juice/water and just add the peaches to the casserole dish.
- Add the cornstarch slurry to the casserole dish and stir it all together so that the cornstarch is evenly distributed throughout the casserole dish.
- Sprinkle the brown sugar and cinnamon over the top of the peaches.
- Sprinkle the cake mix/butter mixture over top of the peaches.
- Place the casserole dish into the 350F oven and bake for 60-65 minutes. The cobbler is done when the top is a golden brown and the filling is bubbling. You may want to start checking on it around 55 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for 15 minutes before serving.
- Spoon onto plates or into bowls and top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream if you like. Enjoy!
Notes
- Canned peaches can be bought in heavy syrup, light syrup, or water. If using heavy syrup peaches, they will be sweeter than light syrup ones which will in turn be sweeter than ones packed in water. You may want to add another tablespoon or two of brown sugar if using water packed peaches.
- If you are not a fan of cinnamon, you can omit it. You could also add nutmeg if you like, I would recommend 1/2 teaspoon.
- I used yellow cake mix, but you can substitute with white vanilla cake mix if you like.
- I used salted butter. Unsalted can be subbed if that is what you have, and add about 1/4 teaspoon of salt to the cake box mix.
- I have seen recipes that call for sprinkling the cake mix overtop of the peaches and then pouring melted butter over top. I find this method always has patches of dry cake mix powder which is unappealing in the final product. I highly recommend mixing the butter and cake mix beforehand to get the best results.
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This reminded me of recipes my grandmother used to make when I would stay with her on summer break. So nostalgic and fun!
Oh that is so sweet! Grandmothers are so special. Glad you enjoyed the cobbler too!
I’m all about easy recipes, and this one looks amazing! I’ve only got potato starch, can I swap it for cornstarch?
Yes, I think potato starch could be substituted 1:1 for the cornstarch. I haven’t tried it myself but the two can often replace each other. I have read that potato starch can breakdown with long cooking/simmering, but I think it would probably stand up to an hour in the oven. Let me know how it goes if you try it.
I needed an easy peach cobbler with canned peaches, and I loved how easy this was to throw together for a quick, summer dessert. We love this recipe!
I know what you mean. Sometimes you just need a dessert you can put together quickly with minimal fuss. And of course it needs to pass the taste test! Glad you enjoyed it.
This cobbler looks so warm and inviting. I love that it is easy to make with just a few pantry staples but still looks delicious and comforting.
Sometimes you needs something quick and easy, but still tasty!
I love peach cobbler and love this spin on it! Thanks for the recipe!
You are welcome. Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment. I hope you enjoy the peach cobbler.
This was such a time saver and wonderful dessert. I made it ahead and popped it back in the oven. Everyone loved it.
That’s a great idea making it ahead and warming it up just before serving! Glad everyone enjoyed it!