Fresh Peach Crisp
A delightful baked dessert featuring tender peaches topped with a crispy, buttery oat mixture.
Ingredients
For the Peach Filling
- 4 cups fresh peaches, sliced (about 4-5 medium peaches) Use ripe, fresh peaches for the best flavor.
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon Divided in the recipe.
- ¼ teaspoon salt
For the Crisp Topping
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup all-purpose flour Can be substituted with a gluten-free alternative.
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced peaches with 1/2 cup brown sugar and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; mix well and spread evenly in a greased baking dish.
- In another bowl, mix the oats, flour, remaining brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt together. Pour in the melted butter and stir until the mixture becomes crumbly.
- Sprinkle the oat mixture evenly over the peach layer.
Baking
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the peaches are bubbly.
- Let it cool slightly before serving warm to allow the juices to settle.
Notes
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for a treat. Can use canned peaches but adjust sugar if sweetened. Optional spices like nutmeg or vanilla can enhance flavor.