Description
This classic Peach Crisp recipe features juicy, fresh peaches topped with a buttery oat crumble and baked to golden perfection. It’s an easy, comforting dessert perfect for showcasing summer peaches, served warm and optionally paired with vanilla ice cream.
Ingredients
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Filling
- 8 cups peeled and thinly sliced fresh peaches
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Topping
- 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) salted butter, room temperature
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 3/4 cup old-fashioned oats
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Butter a 9×9-inch baking pan thoroughly to prevent sticking, then set aside.
- Mix the peach filling: In a large bowl, combine the sliced peaches, granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons of flour, cornstarch, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and salt. Toss well until the peaches are coated and everything is evenly mixed. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan and spread it into an even layer.
- Make the oat topping: Using the same bowl (no need to wash!), cream together the brown sugar, remaining 1/2 cup flour, butter, and remaining 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Mix until a wet, clumpy mixture forms. Add the oats and mix—using your hands works best—until you have a coarse, crumbly mixture.
- Assemble the crisp: Evenly crumble the oat topping over the peaches, covering them completely.
- Bake the peach crisp: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes. The crisp is done when the topping turns light golden around the edges and the filling is bubbling.
- Rest before serving: Remove from the oven and let the peach crisp rest for 10 minutes to set up before serving. Enjoy warm, ideally with vanilla ice cream if you like!
Notes
- For best results, use ripe but firm peaches to avoid mushy filling.
- Peeling peaches is recommended for a smoother texture, but skin can be left on if preferred.
- This crisp can be served warm or at room temperature.
- Leftovers store well refrigerated for up to 3 days and can be gently reheated before serving.
- Feel free to add chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts to the topping for added crunch.
