Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Step 2

Peel and chop peaches if using fresh.

Step 3

In a large pot over medium-high heat, combine the peach slices with half of the sugar and water. Mix everything well and bring to a boil. Lower the heat to medium and simmer the fruit for 10 minutes. Remove fruit from the heat.

Step 4

Place the stick of butter in a 3-quart baking dish. Put the dish in the hot oven for a few minutes until the butter has melted, then remove the dish from the oven.

Step 5

In a medium bowl, whisk together the other half of the sugar with the flour. Slowly pour the milk into the bowl, mixing gradually to prevent lumps from forming. Pour the sugar, flour, and milk mixture over the melted butter, but do not stir.

Step 6

Carefully spoon the fruit on top of the batter, leaving it in place. Do not mix into the cobbler batter.

Step 7

Sprinkle with cinnamon (if using) and put the dish into the hot oven. Bake for 30-40 minutes.

Step 8

Allow to cool for a few minutes and serve with ice cream.