Description
This Peach Crisp recipe is a delightful dessert featuring tender, juicy peaches topped with a buttery oat crumble. Baked to golden perfection, it offers a warm, comforting treat perfect for any occasion. Serve it warm, optionally with a scoop of ice cream for a classic pairing.
Ingredients
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Fruit Mixture
- 8 cups peeled and thinly sliced fresh peaches
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Topping
- ½ cup + 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (½ cup for topping plus 2 tablespoons in fruit mixture already listed)
- ¾ cup packed light brown sugar
- ½ cup (1 stick) salted butter, room temperature
- 1 ¾ cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Butter a 9×9 inch baking pan thoroughly to prevent sticking and set aside.
- Mix the peaches: In a large mixing bowl, combine the peeled and thinly sliced peaches with the granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, cornstarch, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and salt. Stir gently to evenly coat the peaches. Pour this peach mixture into the prepared baking pan.
- Prepare the topping: Using the same bowl, mix the packed light brown sugar, ½ cup of all-purpose flour, softened salted butter, and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon. Once combined, add the old-fashioned oats. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to blend everything together until the mixture becomes crumbly and well combined.
- Assemble and bake: Evenly spread the oat topping over the peach filling in the baking pan. Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until the topping is golden around the edges and the peaches are bubbling.
- Rest and serve: Remove the peach crisp from the oven and let it rest for about 10 minutes. This allows the juices to thicken slightly. Serve warm on its own or topped with a scoop of ice cream for an indulgent finish.
Notes
- Peel the peaches for the best texture and to avoid firmer skins in the dessert.
- Serves 6 comfortably, but portions can be adjusted to taste.
- For variation, add a handful of chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts to the topping for extra crunch.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat before serving.
- Use ripe, sweet peaches for the best flavor.
