Fresh Peach Crisp with Oat Crumble
Juicy summer peaches baked under a buttery brown sugar and rolled oat topping.
In a nutshell: This authentic american fresh peach crisp with oat crumble comes together in just 60 mins using simple whole ingredients. Perfect for home cooks seeking a dependable, restaurant-quality finish with minimal effort.
Celebrate peach season with this warm, bubbly dessert topped with golden crispy oats and served best with vanilla ice cream.
Key Equipment
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Chef's Pro-Tips
- Blend to Fine Consistency: Puree the rolled oats with wet ingredients for 40-50 seconds until completely silky smooth. This transforms ordinary oats into a light, cake-like sponge rather than a dense porridge.
- Use Very Ripe Bananas: Spotted, brown-flecked bananas provide natural moisture, rich sweetness, and binding power so you can reduce added sugars.
- Watch the Center: Bake until the perimeter is golden and the center has a gentle spring back. Pulling it out slightly soft ensures a gooey, molten texture as it cools.
Ingredients
6
servings
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5 large fresh peaches, sliced into wedges
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2 tbsp lemon juice
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2 tbsp granulated sugar
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1 tbsp cornstarch
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1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
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½ cup all-purpose flour
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½ cup brown sugar, packed
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1 tsp ground cinnamon
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½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
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Step-by-Step Instructions
Prep Peaches
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Toss sliced peaches with lemon juice, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and half the cinnamon in an 8x8 baking dish.
Make Crumble
In a bowl, mix oats, flour, brown sugar, remaining cinnamon, and salt. Cut in cold butter with a pastry cutter or fingers until coarse crumbs form.
Bake
Spread oat crumble evenly over peaches. Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden and fruit juices bubble around the edges.
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View on AmazonFrequently Asked Questions
Yes — thaw them first and drain off excess liquid, then toss with the lemon juice, sugar, and cornstarch as directed. You may need a few extra minutes of baking.
The topping should be golden brown and the fruit juices should be visibly bubbling around the edges — that's the sign the filling has thickened.
Yes — mix the oat crumble and refrigerate it for up to 2 days, or freeze it for longer. Spread it over the peaches straight from the fridge or freezer.
It's wonderful warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.