Description
This classic Peach Crisp recipe features tender, juicy peaches topped with a buttery oat streusel that bakes to golden perfection. Quick to assemble and easy to bake, it’s a comforting dessert perfect for showcasing fresh peaches in a simple yet delicious way.
Ingredients
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Peach 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
Streusel 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 (204°C). Butter a 9×9-inch baking pan thoroughly to prevent the peach crisp from sticking during baking, then set it aside.
- Mix Peach Filling: In a large bowl, combine the peeled and thinly sliced peaches with granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons of flour, cornstarch, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and salt. Toss well until all the peaches are evenly coated. Pour this peach mixture into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly.
- Make Streusel Topping: Using the same bowl, cream together the packed light brown sugar, 1/2 cup flour, salted butter, and 1 teaspoon cinnamon until a wet, clumpy mixture forms. Then add the old-fashioned oats and mix, preferably with your hands, until a coarse, crumbly topping forms.
- Assemble Crisp: Evenly crumble the oat streusel topping over the peach filling, making sure the peaches are fully covered.
- Bake: Place the baking pan in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes. The peach crisp is ready when the topping turns a light golden color around the edges and the peach filling is bubbling.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the peach crisp from the oven and allow it to rest for 10 minutes, allowing the filling to set up. Serve warm, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent touch.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm peaches to prevent mushy filling.
- Pear, apple, or berry mixtures can substitute for peaches following the same preparation.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute the butter with vegan margarine.
- Letting the crisp cool slightly before serving helps the juices thicken.
- Storage: Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated before serving.
