Simple 7-Ingredient Recipe

The Midnight Pantry Cobbler

A warm, buttery comfort dessert that comes together with nothing but pantry staples and a craving.

Time: 10 minutes prep / 40 minutes bake
Yield: 6-8 servings

The 7 Ingredients:

1. 1 cup all-purpose flour
2. 1 cup granulated sugar (plus 1 tbsp for sprinkling)
3. 1 tsp baking powder
4. 1 cup milk
5. ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
6. 1 tsp vanilla extract
7. 1 can (15 oz) sliced peaches in heavy syrup (or fruit cocktail/cherries)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Melt the butter directly in a 9×13-inch baking dish by placing it in the warming oven for 3-4 minutes. Remove once melted.

3. Mix the batter: In a bowl, whisk together flour, 1 cup sugar, and baking powder. Add milk and vanilla, stirring until just combined (small lumps are fine).

4. Assemble the magic: Pour the batter directly over the melted butter—do not stir. The butter will pool around the edges; this creates the crispy, caramelized edges.

5. Layer the fruit: Spoon the canned peaches and all their syrup evenly over the batter—still do not stir. The fruit will sink during baking. Sprinkle the remaining 1 tbsp sugar over the top for a crackly crust.

6. Bake for 35-40 minutes until the top is golden brown and the edges are bubbling vigorously. The center should spring back when lightly touched.

7. Rest for 10 minutes (the hardest part) to allow the syrup to thicken slightly. Serve warm, ideally with the last scoop of vanilla ice cream hiding in your freezer—or just as is, straight from the pan with a spoon.

Chef's Note: The "no stir" rule is sacred—it's what creates the three distinct layers: crispy crust, custardy middle, and jammy fruit bottom.