Stone Fruit Season’s Peak—Here Are 17 Recipes to Make Right Now

Baskets are overflowing at the market and every bite is juicy, sweet, and basically sunshine in fruit form—that’s how you know we’re at stone fruit season’s peak. Peaches, plums, nectarines, cherries… they’re all begging to be turned into something delicious. Whether you’re craving something fresh and vibrant or warm and baked, now’s the time to go all in. These recipes make the most of the moment and trust me, they won’t disappoint.

Southern Peach Cobbler With Buttermilk Biscuits

Close-up of a peach cobbler in a baking dish, topped with golden-brown, biscuit-like dough, with a serving spoon partially visible on the right side. — Southern Peach Cobbler With Buttermilk Biscuits. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

Homemade Peach Cobbler with fresh peaches, cinnamon, and buttermilk biscuits. Easy, fruity, and baked right in a skillet or baking dish.
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Fresh Cherry Coffee Cake With Raspberries

A square serving of coffee cake with raspberries on the side. — Fresh Cherry Coffee Cake With Raspberries. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

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Make a brunch or breakfast meeting exceptional by serving a cherry coffee cake with fresh fruit instead of streusel.
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Southern Peach Cornmeal Muffins

A close-up of five homemade peach cornbread muffins nestled in a white cloth-lined basket. The muffins have a golden-brown exterior with visible bits of peach, suggesting they are fruit-flavored, and are placed in white paper liners. The basket is on a dark surface. — Southern Peach Cornmeal Muffins. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

These rustic muffins blend the hearty texture of cornmeal with the sweetness of fresh peaches. They’re perfect for breakfast on the go or a light afternoon treat.
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Peaches and Cream Summer Pie

A peach custard pie topped with whipped cream. — Peaches and Cream Summer Pie. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

A rich and creamy pie featuring layers of fresh peaches nestled in a smooth, custardy base. This refreshing dish is a standout among summer fruit recipes for its simplicity and flavor.
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Moist Southern Peach Muffins

Peach muffins on napkin. — Moist Southern Peach Muffins. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Soft and bursting with peach flavor, these muffins are topped with a cinnamon crumb that adds the perfect sweet crunch. Ideal for summer mornings or brunch tables, they’re a comforting homemade treat.
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Cherry Hand Pie Recipe With Puff Pastry

Cherry hand pies on a linen napkin with a bite taken out — Cherry Hand Pie Recipe With Puff Pastry. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Cherry Hand Pies are simpler than they look with fresh or frozen cherries and puff pastry. An easy dessert or breakfast treat that’s hard to resist, even better with a drizzle of icing.
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Cherry Muffins with Cream Cheese Filling

A cherry muffin, split open on a plate. — Cherry Muffins with Cream Cheese Filling. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Fresh Cherry Muffins filled with cream cheese are the BEST muffins for breakfast or brunch. A cheesecake filling puts them over the top!
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Creamy Peach Cheesecake With A Vanilla Wafer Crust

A slice of cheesecake topped with peach slices, peach glaze, and a dollop of whipped cream, served on a white plate with a fork beside it. — Creamy Peach Cheesecake With A Vanilla Wafer Crust. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

Creamy cheesecake with a vanilla wafer crust, fresh peaches, and a peach jam glaze. A smooth, no-fail recipe perfect for summer gatherings.
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Baked Cherry Cheesecake With An Almond Flair!

This is the yummiest baked cherry cheesecake you’ll ever make! The almond crust will knock people’s socks off. Perfect for gatherings!
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Classic Old-Fashioned Peach Cobbler

A close-up of a baked peach cobbler in a white dish, with a golden-brown crust and a serving spoon scooping out the warm, gooey peach filling. — Classic Old-Fashioned Peach Cobbler. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This time-honored peach cobbler features a juicy peach filling topped with a golden, buttery biscuit crust. One of the most iconic peach desserts, it’s best served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
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Buttery Peach Cobbler Cake

A blue baking pan with peach cobbler cake covered with ice cream. — Buttery Peach Cobbler Cake. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This Southern-inspired cake features sweet peaches nestled in a buttery batter, creating a cobbler-like texture. It’s an easy-to-make treat that brings the comfort of a traditional peach cobbler to your table.
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Raspberry Peach Cobbler Recipe

A close-up of a serving of fruit crumble dessert on a white plate, featuring golden oat topping and bright red and yellow fruit filling. — Raspberry Peach Cobbler Recipe. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

This Raspberry Peach Cobbler Recipe is topped with a crispy oat crumble and homemade vanilla ice cream. Perfect for summer and sharing!
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Southern Peach Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

A vanilla cupcake with creamy white frosting sits in a partially peeled paper liner, showing a bite taken out. Two peach slices are on the plate—perfect inspiration for Easy Dessert Recipes. — Southern Peach Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

These moist peach cupcakes are packed with juicy fruit and topped with a tangy cream cheese frosting that adds a perfect balance. They’re a festive treat ideal for summer parties and picnics.
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Cherry Pie With Crumb Topping

A slice of cherry pie with a scoop of ice cream. — Cherry Streusel Pie

This all American cherry pie with crumb topping has fresh cherries, and a buttery crust. It’s a classic that never goes out of style.
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Effortless Cherry Dump Cake

A plate with cherry cobbler topped with two scoops of vanilla ice cream sits next to a baking dish of more cherry cobbler, perfect alongside your favorite Thanksgiving cakes, with a fork and a red-and-white striped towel nearby. — Effortless Cherry Dump Cake. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

As delicious as it is easy to make, this Cherry Dump Cake is made with cherry pie filling, cream cheese, and a box of yellow cake mix.
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Bourbon Peach Bread Pudding

A close-up of a serving of bread pudding, one of the classic pudding desserts, topped with creamy vanilla sauce on a white plate. The dessert appears soft, with golden-brown edges and a rich, moist texture. — Bourbon Peach Bread Pudding. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

This decadent bread pudding is soaked with rich custard and bursting with peaches, finished with a touch of bourbon for depth. It’s a cozy Southern classic that turns pantry staples into pure indulgence.
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Fresh And Moist Cherry Cupcakes

These cherry cupcakes are made with fresh cherries and are so super moist. They are topped with a maraschino cherry buttercream frosting.
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