Easy Homemade Peach Crisp
This irresistible Peach Crisp is the perfect summer dessert – sweet, juicy peaches baked under a golden, buttery oat topping. Whether served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoyed cold from the fridge, this simple dessert will steal the show at any gathering!
Servings 6
Calories 310kcal
Cost $8–$10
Ingredients
For the filling
- 6 –7 fresh peaches peeled and sliced (about 5 cups)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
For the crisp topping
- ¾ cup old-fashioned oats
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup brown sugar packed
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter cold and cut into cubes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- Make the peach filling: In a large bowl, toss sliced peaches with sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until well combined. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Prepare the topping: In a separate bowl, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Add the cold butter and use a pastry cutter or fork to mix until the mixture becomes crumbly.
- Assemble and bake: Sprinkle the oat mixture evenly over the peaches. Bake for 35–40 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and the fruit is bubbling.
- Cool and serve: Let it cool for at least 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy it warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream!
Notes
- Use ripe but firm peaches: Overripe peaches get too mushy when baked; firm ones hold their shape better.
- Chill the butter: Cold butter is key to getting a crumbly, crisp topping.
- Customize the fruit: Add blueberries, raspberries, or even nectarines for a twist.
- Let it rest before serving: This helps the filling thicken and keeps it from being too runny.