Description
This classic Peach Crisp recipe features juicy, fresh peaches topped with a buttery oat and pecan crumb topping. Baked to golden perfection, it’s a delightful summer dessert that’s perfect served warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. Easy to prepare and packed with delicious fruit flavor, this Peach Crisp is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
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Peach Mixture
- 6 cups fresh peaches, peeled and sliced
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Topping
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Mix peaches: In a large bowl, toss the peeled and sliced peaches with granulated sugar, lemon juice, cornstarch, and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon until the peaches are evenly coated. This helps sweeten and thicken the filling.
- Assemble peach layer: Spread the peach mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish, creating a base for the topping.
- Prepare topping: In a separate bowl, combine the rolled oats, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and salt. Cut in the cold cubed butter using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the chopped pecans, if using, to add crunch.
- Top peaches: Evenly sprinkle the crumb topping over the peach mixture in the baking dish.
- Bake crisp: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the peach filling is bubbling around the edges.
- Cool and serve: Allow the peach crisp to cool for about 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Notes
- This dessert is delicious served warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
- If using canned peaches, drain them well before using to avoid excess moisture.
- For extra warmth and flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg to the topping mixture.
