Warm, bubbling peach cobbler with a golden biscuit topping celebrates sweet Southern peaches at their best. This beloved family dessert is comfort in a dish and irresistible served warm with ice cream.
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) with the rack in the center.
Melt the butter in a 9x13-inch baking dish by placing it in the oven for 5-8 minutes; swirl to coat the bottom.
In a medium bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir in milk and vanilla extract until just combined to form a lump-free batter.
In a separate bowl, toss peaches with brown sugar and cinnamon until evenly coated.
Pour the batter evenly over the melted butter in the hot dish without stirring. Spoon the peaches and their juices evenly over the batter; do not mix. The batter will rise up around the peaches as it bakes.
Bake for 40-50 minutes until the topping is deeply golden and the edges are crisp and bubbling. Remove from oven and cool 10 minutes before serving.