Imagine warm cinnamon-kissed peaches bubbling beneath a golden, buttery crust that isn’t made of your typical biscuit dough—but instead, pillowy Krispy Kreme doughnuts. This peach cobbler breaks the mold with a base of glazed doughnuts that soak up the syrupy juices, caramelizing into a soft, sticky, utterly luxurious treat. The cobbler is topped with a spiced crumble for contrast, and every spoonful is a fusion of gooey, crispy, fruity delight.
Whether you’re serving it at a summer gathering or creating a comforting dessert for a cozy weekend, this cobbler delivers the goods—bold flavors, playful texture, and a whole lot of charm.
Ingredients:
For the Cobbler Base:
- 8 glazed Krispy Kreme doughnuts (day-old is ideal), cut into chunks
- 1 large can (29 oz) sliced peaches in juice or light syrup, drained (reserve about ¼ cup juice)
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- Zest of ½ lemon
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
For the Crumb Topping:
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup rolled oats
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup cold butter, cubed
Optional Garnish:
- Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream
- Caramel drizzle
- Fresh mint leaves
Instructions:
- Preheat and Prep:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly butter a 9×13-inch baking dish or similar-sized pan. Set aside. - Layer the Doughnuts:
Scatter the chopped Krispy Kreme doughnuts evenly across the bottom of the baking dish. They will serve as the sponge-like base that absorbs all the peachy goodness. - Make the Peach Mixture:
In a large bowl, combine the drained peaches, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon zest, vanilla extract, reserved peach juice, and a pinch of salt. Stir gently until the peaches are coated with the spiced syrupy mixture. - Assemble the Cobbler Base:
Pour the peach mixture over the doughnut chunks. Give the dish a gentle shake or nudge so the peach juices nestle into all the nooks and crannies. Drizzle the melted butter over the top. - Prepare the Crumb Topping:
In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, oats, brown sugar, salt, and cinnamon. Add the cold butter cubes and use your fingertips or a pastry cutter to work it into a crumbly texture—small clumps are good! Sprinkle this generously over the cobbler. - Bake to Golden Perfection:
Place the dish in the oven and bake uncovered for 30–40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the peach juices are bubbling around the edges. The doughnuts will puff slightly and caramelize at the bottom. - Cool Slightly Before Serving:
Let the cobbler rest for about 10–15 minutes once it’s out of the oven. This gives the juices time to thicken slightly and makes for a neater serving.
Serving Suggestions:
Spoon generous helpings into dessert bowls and top with scoops of vanilla bean ice cream, a drizzle of caramel, or a dollop of homemade whipped cream. For a summery spin, you can also add slices of fresh peaches or raspberries just before serving for contrast and freshness.
This dish is the definition of unapologetic indulgence—a little retro, a little rebellious, and completely irresistible. You could even riff on it by using tropical fruits like mango or pineapple to create a fusion cobbler that bridges tradition and innovation.
Ready to whip up your own spin with a tropical flair, or want help naming your version with a touch of culinary theater? I’m at your side, spoon in hand.