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Sometimes you just need a dessert that’s quick, cozy, and absolutely foolproof. This dump peach cobbler with cake mix checks every box – it’s a one-pan wonder made with just a few pantry staples. Canned peaches bring the sweet fruit base, dry cake mix forms a golden, buttery topping, and a drizzle of butter ties it all together. No mixing bowls and only 3-ingredients!
Love peach desserts? Try my Peach Crisp, Peach Pie, and Easy Peach Cobbler next!
Why you’ll love this family favorite recipe!
I love a good dump cake! It’s hard to say if I like my Chocolate Cherry Dump Cake, Pineapple Upside Down Dump Cake or my Pumpkin Dump Cake best. They’re all good! It’s the cobbler I turn to when neighbors stop by for coffee or when my kids ask for “something sweet” after dinner. Everyone thinks I’ve been baking for hours, but really, it takes just 5 minutes of prep!
- Only 3 ingredients. Just peaches, cake mix, and butter- no fancy shopping list required.
- True dump dessert. No bowls, no stirring, no mess- everything goes right into the baking dish.
- Crowd-pleaser. Sweet, buttery, and nostalgic- this cobbler always disappears fast at family dinners and potlucks.
- Flexible fruit options. Works with canned peaches, fresh slices in season, or even frozen for a year-round treat.
- Cozy and comforting. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for that old-fashioned, straight-from-grandma’s-kitchen vibe.
If you’re new to dump cake, check out my post on How to Make a Dump Cake for the best tips!
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Ingredients For Peach Cobbler with Cake Mix
- Peaches (canned, fresh, or frozen) – canned peaches with their juice make this the easiest version, but fresh or frozen work with a little sugar and cornstarch.
- Yellow cake mix – the classic choice for that buttery, golden topping; white or spice cake mix also works.
- Butter – melted and drizzled on top so the cake mix bakes up crisp and golden.
- Cinnamon (optional) – adds warm spice and makes the cobbler taste more homemade
Variations
- Fresh Peach Cobbler: Toss 6 cups sliced fresh peaches with ½ cup brown sugar + 2 Tbsp cornstarch. Bake 50–60 minutes.
- Frozen Peach Cobbler: Use 6 cups thawed peaches, add ¼ cup sugar + 1 Tbsp cornstarch.
- Spiced Cobbler: Add ¼ tsp nutmeg + ¼ tsp ground ginger.
- Cake Mix Swaps: White, spice, or gluten-free mixes work too.
- Other Fruits: Try cherry or apple pie filling for fun twists.
How to Make Peach Cobbler with Cake Mix
Step by Step Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9×13 pan. Pour in peaches with juices.
- Sprinkle dry cake mix evenly. Don’t stir.
- Sprinkle with cinnamon, if using.
- Drizzle melted butter over top.
- Bake 45–50 minutes, until golden and bubbling in the center.
FAQ’s
A dump cake layers fruit, boxed cake mix, and butter without stirring, giving you a crust that bakes up golden and cake-like. Cobbler is a bit more traditional and often uses a biscuit-style topping
Yes. Fresh or frozen peaches work – just toss them with sugar and cornstarch before baking. Expect a longer bake time (50–60 minutes).
It’s ready when the top is golden brown and the center filling is bubbling. If the edges look finished but the middle is loose, bake a few minutes longer.
Bake longer and allow it to cool slightly. Next time, add a little cornstarch to the fruit if using fresh or frozen peaches.
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Peach Cobbler with Cake Mix
Ingredients
- 2 cans (15 oz) sliced peaches with juices
- 1 box 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ½ cup salted butter, melted
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9×13 pan.
- Pour in peaches with juices.
- Sprinkle dry cake mix evenly. Don’t stir.
- Sprinkle with cinnamon, if using.
- Drizzle melted butter over top.
- Bake 45–50 minutes, until golden and bubbling in the center.
Notes
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- Adjust the baking dish side if needed. Don’t have a 9×13 pan? Read this: Baking Dish and Casserole Conversion Guide
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- Resist the temptation to stir. You do not want to stir together the ingredients in the pan. However, if you see a large dry spot of cake mix, tap it with a fork so it sinks into the peach liquid and becomes moist.
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- Serve it with ice cream. Whipped cream is also good with this recipe, but when you serve peach cobbler warm with scoops of vanilla ice cream it takes it over the top.
I’m trying the peach cobbler dry mix thk.
Could I use peach pie filling
Yes absolutely!! I just made this tonight with canned peach pie filling and it turned out wonderful!