Nothing says comfort food quite like warm peach cobbler fresh from the oven. This lighter version keeps all the classic flavors you love while using simple ingredients and a fraction of the butter found in traditional recipes.

Juicy peaches bake beneath a sweet, golden cobbler topping that comes together in just minutes. The peaches become soft and syrupy while the batter rises into a tender, cake-like crust.

Whether you’re following Weight Watchers or simply looking for a lighter dessert, this easy peach cobbler is a delicious way to satisfy a sweet craving without using a lot of points.

The Ingredients

Peaches: Peaches are the star of this recipe and provide natural sweetness, which helps reduce the need for added sugar.

They are a good source of vitamins A and C, antioxidants, and dietary fiber. Using fresh peaches adds flavor, texture, and nutrients while keeping the dessert light.

Self-Rising Flour: Self-rising flour forms the foundation of the cobbler topping. It provides structure and creates a soft, cake-like texture.

Because it already contains baking powder and salt, it simplifies the recipe and helps the topping rise beautifully without additional ingredients.

Skim Milk: Skim milk adds moisture to the batter while keeping the fat content low.

It also contributes calcium, vitamin D, and protein, making it a healthier alternative to heavier cream or whole milk often found in traditional cobbler recipes.

Vanilla Extract: A small amount of vanilla extract enhances the sweetness of the peaches and gives the cobbler a warm, homemade flavor. It allows the recipe to taste richer without adding extra calories or sugar.

Splenda: Using Splenda instead of traditional sugar significantly reduces the overall calorie and sugar content of the dessert. This makes it easier to enjoy a sweet treat while staying within your Weight Watchers goals.

Butter: Just one tablespoon of butter adds richness and helps create a golden, flavorful topping. Since only a small amount is used, you get the classic cobbler taste without the large amounts of fat found in many traditional recipes.

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How to Make Lightened Up Peach Cobbler

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. and spray an 8×8 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.

Place the diced peaches in a bowl and toss with 1 tablespoon of Splenda. Spread the peaches evenly in the bottom of the baking dish.

In a separate bowl, combine the self-rising flour, skim milk, vanilla extract, and remaining 1/2 cup Splenda.

Pour the batter evenly over the peaches.

Dot the top with small pieces of butter.

Bake for 45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and cooked through.

Allow the cobbler to cool for several minutes before serving.

Serve warm on its own or with a dollop of fat-free whipped cream for an extra-special dessert.

Why This Works for Weight Watchers

Peaches provide natural sweetness, fiber, and volume, helping create a satisfying dessert without relying on large amounts of added sugar.

Since fruit is a nutritious, low-calorie ingredient, it helps keep the overall Points value lower while still delivering plenty of flavor.

Traditional cobblers often contain large amounts of butter. This recipe uses just one tablespoon, providing the rich flavor and golden topping you expect without adding excessive fat or calories.

Skim milk replaces higher-fat dairy products such as cream or whole milk, helping reduce saturated fat while still creating a tender, delicious cobbler topping. Combined with self-rising flour and peaches, the recipe delivers classic comfort food flavor in a lighter package.

Prep Time:15

Cook Time:40

Total Time:55

Ingredients

4 medium peaches, peeled and diced
1 cup self-rising flour
1 cup skim milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup + 1 tablespoon granulated Splenda
1 tablespoon butter
nonstick cooking spray

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. and spray an 8×8 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
Place the diced peaches in a bowl and toss with 1 tablespoon of Splenda. Spread the peaches evenly in the bottom of the baking dish.
In a separate bowl, combine the self-rising flour, skim milk, vanilla extract, and remaining 1/2 cup Splenda.
Pour the batter evenly over the peaches. Dot the top with small pieces of butter.
Bake for 45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and cooked through.
Allow the cobbler to cool for several minutes before serving.

Notes

NUTRITION INFORMATION:

1 of 6 servings

138 calories, 2g total fat, 1g saturated fat, 295 mg sodium, 27g total carbs, 2g dietary fiber, 8g sugars, 4g protein (myfitnesspal.com)

Servings: 6

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Blueberry Cobbler

Mixed Berry Cobbler

Lemon Blueberry Parfait Cups

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