Summer’s bounty brings us delicious, juicy peaches, and I think there’s no better way to enjoy them than in a warm, comforting peach crisp. Today, I’m sharing two easy homemade peach crisp recipes that are perfect for any occasion, from a casual weeknight treat to a special gathering.
You’re going to love how simple these peach crisp desserts are to put together, offering that classic fruit crisp taste with minimal effort. Get ready to bake something truly wonderful!
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Easy Homemade Peach Crisp with Crunchy Topping
This recipe focuses on creating the best crunchy topping for your peach crisp. It’s a wonderful way to enjoy fresh peaches with a delightful texture contrast.
The crisp topping features old-fashioned oats and butter, giving you that perfect golden, crispy layer every time.
Key Ingredients & Tips for a Great Peach Crisp
- Rolled Oats for Crunch: Using old-fashioned rolled oats gives the topping a truly satisfying crunch. Avoid instant oats for this recipe, as they won’t provide the same texture.
- Cold Butter is Important: Cut cold butter into small pieces and work it quickly into the dry topping mix. This helps create pockets of steam during baking for a flakier, crispier topping.
What You Need for Peach Crisp
- 6-8 ripe peaches, peeled, pitted, and sliced
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for filling)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for topping)
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
How to Make This Peach Crisp
Step 1: Prep Peaches & Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Peel, pit, and slice your peaches into a large bowl. Add the granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons of flour, and vanilla extract. Stir gently to coat the peaches, then pour them into an 8×8 inch baking dish.
Step 2: Make the Crunchy Topping
In a separate medium bowl, combine the rolled oats, the remaining 1/2 cup of flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Add the cold butter cubes. Use your fingertips or a pastry blender to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some larger pea-sized pieces of butter remaining.
Step 3: Assemble & Bake Crisp
Sprinkle the crunchy topping evenly over the peach filling in the baking dish. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the peach filling is bubbly and tender. Let it cool for a bit before serving for the best texture.
📝 Final Note
This peach crisp tastes best warm, served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Simple and Easy Homemade Peach Crisp
This easy peach crisp recipe is a classic dessert that comes together quickly. It features tender peaches under a simple, sweet streusel topping that everyone will love.
You’ll find this recipe straightforward, perfect for using up fresh summer peaches with minimal fuss.
Key Ingredients & Tips for Simple Peach Crisp
- Ripe Peaches are Best: Choose peaches that are slightly soft and smell sweet for the best flavor. You can use frozen peaches if fresh aren’t available, just thaw them first and drain any excess liquid.
- Adjust Sweetness to Taste: Feel free to increase or decrease the sugar amount in both the peaches and the topping based on how sweet your peaches are and your personal preference.
What You Need for This Easy Peach Crisp
- 5-6 ripe peaches, washed, pitted, and sliced
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for topping)
- 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for topping)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
How to Make This Simple Peach Crisp
Step 1: Prepare Peach Filling
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Wash, pit, and slice your peaches into a medium baking dish. Sprinkle with granulated sugar and lemon juice, then toss gently to combine. Spread the peaches evenly in the dish.
Step 2: Mix the Easy Topping
In a small bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Add the cold butter pieces. Rub the butter into the dry ingredients with your fingers until you have a crumbly mixture that looks like coarse sand.
Step 3: Bake Until Bubbly
Sprinkle the crumbly topping evenly over the peaches in the baking dish. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the peaches are soft and bubbling around the edges.
📝 Final Note
For an extra treat, serve this simple peach crisp warm with a dollop of fresh cream or a sprinkle of powdered sugar. It’s a dessert that always makes people happy!
