Perfect Peach Crisp Recipe

Perfect Peach Crisp Recipe

This delicious peach crisp is made with common pantry ingredients, and it is so easy to make you can whip this up for the perfect summer dessert any time! With juicy peaches soaked in sweet cinnamon syrup and topped with a crispy crumble topping. This peach crisp is best served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Ingredients

  • peeled sliced fresh peaches
    6 c
  • pineapple or lemon juice
    1 ½ tbsp
  • brown sugar
    ¼ c
  • cornstarch
    1 tbsp
  • vanilla extract
    1 tsp
  • ground cinnamon
    1 tsp
  • all purpose flour
    ½ c
  • brown sugar
    ½ c
  • ground cinnamon
    2 tsp
  • salt
    ⅛ tsp
  • chilled butter cut in small cubes
    ½ c
  • old fashioned rolled oats
    1 c

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, gently stir together the peaches, pineapple juice or lemon juice, brown sugar, cornstarch, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Spoon into a 9 x 9 inch or equivalent size baking dish.

  3. 3

    Whisk together flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.  Using a pastry blender, cut in butter until crumbly.  Stir in the oats.

  4. 4

    Bake for 30 minutes or until the fruit is bubbly and the top is golden brown.

Perfect Peach Crisp Recipe

Perfect Peach Crisp Recipe

303 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving the comforting warmth of a classic dessert with ripe, juicy peaches and a perfectly crispy topping? This Perfect Peach Crisp recipe delivers an authentic, homemade experience using straightforward pantry ingredients, making it an ideal summer treat anytime.

What truly sets this peach crisp apart is its thoughtful balance of textures and flavors. You’ll find succulent peaches bathed in a sweet cinnamon syrup, providing a burst of fruity goodness with every bite. The topping, crafted from butter, flour, and old fashioned rolled oats, bakes into an irresistibly crunchy layer that perfectly complements the soft fruit beneath.

When you dive into this peach crisp, expect a delightful contrast. The peaches offer a tender, sweet interior brightened by a hint of pineapple or lemon juice and warmed by cinnamon and vanilla. The crumble topping adds a buttery, nutty crunch with a subtle hint of salt that prevents it from being overly sweet. It's a satisfying dessert that feels both wholesome and indulgent, requiring minimal effort for such a rewarding outcome.

Customization & Serving Suggestions

This recipe is wonderfully versatile. While it calls for either pineapple or lemon juice, feel free to use whichever you have on hand to brighten the peaches. You can also adjust the amount of ground cinnamon slightly in either the filling or topping to suit your preference for spice. For an extra touch of texture, you could even add a sprinkle of chopped nuts to the topping.

This peach crisp is the quintessential summer dessert, perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or a simple weeknight treat. It's truly at its best when served warm, with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream melting decadently over the crispy, fruity goodness.

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