Hey y’all, Austin here from Beyond the Bayou Blog. Today we’re diving into my take on a classic Peach Crisp. This recipe’s a real keeper, and it’s got a funny story behind it.
Last summer, I was dead set on impressing my new neighbors at our block party. I decided to bring a peach crisp along with Caramel Iced Coffee, thinking it’d be a sure hit. Well, wouldn’t you know it, I got so caught up chatting that I forgot to set a timer. By the time I remembered, smoke was pouring out of my oven!
After airing out the kitchen (and my wounded pride), I gave it another go. This time, I kept a close eye on things, and the result was pure magic. The peaches were perfectly tender, the topping was golden and crispy, and the whole thing smelled like heaven.
Now, whenever I make this crisp, I always set two timers – just to be safe!
Here Is Why You Should Love This?
- Showcase Fresh Peaches: This recipe lets fresh peaches shine, especially during their peak season.
- Easier Than Pie: I love peach pie, but it’s a lot of work. This peach crisp is a simpler, crowd-pleasing alternative with a delicious oat pecan streusel topping instead of pie crust.
- Wonderful Mix of Textures: Enjoy the thick, soft, and juicy peach filling paired with a crispy, nutty, toasted topping.
- Full of Flavor: The peaches are the star, but they’re complemented by brown sugar, pecans, cinnamon, lemon, and vanilla, creating a delightful caramelized taste.
- No Eggs: This recipe is perfect for egg-free baking.
- No Waiting: There’s no need to wait for ingredients to come to room temperature, chill, or cool. You can prep, bake, and serve this dessert in about an hour.
Peach Crisp Recipe
Equipment
- 8×8-inch baking dish
- Mixing Bowl
- Pastry cutter
- Oven
Ingredients
- 4 cups sliced fresh peaches
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup cold butter
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup rolled oats
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Arrange 4 cups of sliced fresh peaches evenly in an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix ½ cup all-purpose flour, ½ cup brown sugar, ½ cup cold butter, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon salt with a pastry cutter until crumbly.
- Fold 1 cup rolled oats into the flour mixture.
- Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the peaches and press down lightly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, until crispy and golden brown on top.
- Description
- This Peach Crisp combines fresh, juicy peaches with a buttery, cinnamon-spiced oat topping for a delightful summer dessert. Enjoy the sweet and crunchy goodness!
Nutrition
Tips that You Must Consider!
- Use Ripe, High-Quality Peaches: The quality of your peaches will shine through in the final product, so make sure to get fresh, ripe peaches.
- Go Heavy on the Crisp Topping: While the peaches are essential, the buttery, oaty, sweet crisp topping is the real highlight. I like to use a generous amount so every bite has a delicious crunch.
- Serve It Warm and A La Mode: Peach crisp is best enjoyed hot out of the oven with a big scoop of vanilla ice cream. For the ultimate treat, you can also make a boozy peach float with Pacific Fruit Vineyard Bubbly Sweet Peach.
- Get Ahead: If you’re making this peach crisp for guests, prepare the topping a few hours or even a day in advance. When ready to serve, just toss together the filling and bake.
- Buy the Peaches in Advance: Peaches from the store or farmers’ market might not be ripe yet. Plan to buy them a day or two ahead, let them ripen on the counter until fragrant and soft, then store them in the fridge until baking.
- Cut Chilled Butter into Small Cubes: This makes it easier to cut in the butter for the topping.
- Use Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats: They add more texture, crunch, and flavor than quick oats.
- Mix Up the Fruit: Try replacing half the peaches with cherries, strawberries, or blueberries for a different twist.