Description
This classic Peach Crisp recipe features fresh, juicy peaches topped with a buttery, oat crumb topping that’s perfectly spiced with cinnamon and brown sugar. Baked until golden and bubbly, it’s a comforting dessert ideal for summer or anytime you crave a warm fruity treat, best served with vanilla ice cream.
Ingredients
Peach Filling
- 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
- ¾ cup packed light brown sugar
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ cup (1 stick) salted butter, room temperature
- 1 ¾ cup old-fashioned oats
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Butter a 9×9 inch baking pan thoroughly to prevent sticking and set it aside.
- Mix the Peach Filling: In a large bowl, combine the peeled and sliced peaches with granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, cornstarch, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and salt. Stir gently until the peaches are evenly coated. Pour this mixture into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly.
- Prepare the Crisp Topping: Using the same bowl, mix together the packed light brown sugar, ½ cup all-purpose flour, remaining 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and room temperature salted butter. Add the old-fashioned oats last and combine all ingredients until the mixture forms crumbly clumps.
- Assemble and Bake: Evenly sprinkle the oat topping over the peach filling in the baking pan. Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and crisp around the edges, and the filling is bubbling.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the peach crisp from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes to allow the filling to set slightly. Serve warm, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent touch.
Notes
- For best results, use ripe but firm peaches to avoid excess liquid in the filling.
- You can substitute granulated sugar with a natural sweetener of your choice, but adjust amounts accordingly.
- Old-fashioned oats provide the best texture for the topping; quick oats may result in a softer topping.
- To make this recipe gluten-free, use gluten-free flour and oats certified gluten-free.
- Letting the crisp rest before serving helps the filling thicken and makes it easier to serve.
