Description
This delightful Peach Crisp recipe features juicy, fresh peaches baked under a buttery, oat topping with hints of cinnamon and brown sugar. Perfect for a cozy dessert, it’s easy to prepare and serves as a classic sweet treat that can be enjoyed warm, especially with a scoop of ice cream.
Ingredients
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Fruit 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 (1 stick) salted butter, room temperature
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 ¾ cups old-fashioned oats
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C). Butter a 9×9-inch baking pan thoroughly to prevent sticking and set it aside.
- Combine peaches with dry ingredients: In a large bowl, toss the peeled and sliced peaches with granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons of flour, cornstarch, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, and salt until evenly coated. This mixture helps thicken the fruit juices during baking.
- Assemble the fruit layer: Pour the peach mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out for an even layer.
- Make the crisp topping: Using the same mixing bowl, combine the light brown sugar, ½ cup of flour, room temperature butter, and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Mix well, then stir in the old-fashioned oats until the mixture becomes crumbly.
- Top and bake: Spread the oat topping evenly over the peach layer in the pan. Place the pan in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the topping turns golden brown around the edges.
- Rest and serve: Remove the peach crisp from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm, optionally topped with ice cream for extra indulgence.
Notes
- For easier peeling, blanch peaches in boiling water for 30 seconds and then plunge into ice water.
- Adjust sugar amounts based on the sweetness of the peaches.
- Old-fashioned oats provide a chewy, hearty topping; quick oats can be used but will yield a softer texture.
- Letting the crisp rest after baking allows juices to thicken up for better serving consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
