Old-Fashioned Peach Crisp: A Classic Dessert Recipe You’ll Love
This peach crisp recipe is a warm hug from the past. I remember my mother baking it every summer when the peaches were plump and juicy. The sweet aroma of bubbling fruit and buttery oat topping would fill our kitchen, drawing everyone to the table. It’s simple, comforting, and never goes out of style. Gather your peaches and let’s relive those delicious memories together.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Ingredients
For the Filling:
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6 ripe peaches, peeled and sliced
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½ cup granulated sugar
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1 tablespoon cornstarch
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½ teaspoon cinnamon
For the Crisp Topping:
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¾ cup rolled oats
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½ cup all-purpose flour
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½ cup brown sugar
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½ teaspoon cinnamon
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¼ teaspoon salt
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½ cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Make the filling: In a large bowl, toss sliced peaches with sugar, lemon juice, cornstarch, and cinnamon. Pour into a greased 8×8-inch baking dish.
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Make the topping: In another bowl, mix oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Add cold butter and mix with fingers or a pastry cutter until crumbly.
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Assemble and bake: Sprinkle topping evenly over peaches. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until golden and bubbly.
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Cool and serve: Let it sit for 10 minutes. Serve warm, ideally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Notes
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Use fresh, ripe peaches for best flavor, or frozen if out of season.
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Add a pinch of nutmeg for a deeper spice.
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Double the recipe for family gatherings!
Nutrition
- Calories: 280 kcal per serving
- Sugar: 30g
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g