Discover the best Dutch oven desserts! From cobblers to cakes, these easy recipes are perfect for campfire or oven baking at home.

For the filling:

6 cups sliced canned or fresh peaches (drained if canned)

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1 tsp cinnamon

1/2 tsp nutmeg

1 tbsp lemon juice

1 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for thicker filling)

For the topping:

1 cup all-purpose flour

1/4 cup sugar

1 tbsp baking powder

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 cup cold butter, cut into small pieces

1/2 cup milk (or buttermilk)

Optional: cinnamon sugar for topping

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Prepare Dutch oven:
Lightly grease a 10- or 12-inch Dutch oven with butter or cooking spray.
Make the filling:
In a bowl, toss peaches with sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Pour mixture into the bottom of the Dutch oven.
Make the topping:
In another bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in the butter until crumbly. Stir in milk to make a sticky dough.
Assemble:
Drop spoonfuls of the topping dough over the peach mixture. Don’t worry about covering completely—it’s meant to spread while baking.
Cook:
- For campfire: Place 8–10 hot coals under the Dutch oven and 12–14 on the lid. Cook for 40–45 minutes, rotating occasionally.
- For oven baking: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 40–45 minutes or until topping is golden and peaches are bubbling.

Serve:
Let cool for 10–15 minutes. Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Use parchment paper liners in the Dutch oven for easy cleanup.
Mix fruits like berries, apples, or cherries with peaches for variety.
Make it ahead by prepping dry mix and storing in a zip bag.
For crisp topping, sprinkle extra sugar or oats before baking.
Dutch oven size matters: Use a 10-inch for a thicker cobbler or 12-inch for a thinner layer.