Peach Crumble
A warm, comforting dessert featuring juicy peaches topped with a crispy, buttery oat and flour crumble. The dish is baked until golden and bubbling around the edges, offering a perfect balance of sweet fruit and crunchy topping with a cozy, nostalgic vibe.
Equipment
- 9-inch baking dish
- Mixing bowls
- Peeler & knife
- Measuring cups/spoons
- Pastry cutter or fork
Ingredients
- 4-5 cups ripe peaches peeled or unpeeled, sliced
- 2 tablespoons sugar for tossing peaches
- 1 pinch cinnamon optional, for flavor
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice to enhance flavor and prevent browning
- 1 cup rolled oats for crunch
- 1 cup all-purpose flour adds structure
- 1/2 cup brown sugar for caramel flavor
- 1/2 cup cold butter cut into small cubes
- optional pinch of salt enhances flavor
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract vanilla extract optional, for added depth
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) and generously butter your baking dish.
- Peel the peaches if you prefer, then slice them into the prepared dish. Toss the peaches with 2 tablespoons of sugar, a pinch of cinnamon, and a splash of lemon juice. Let them sit for about 10 minutes until the juices start to flow and the fruit softens slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the oats, flour, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt if using. Add the cold butter cubes and use a pastry cutter or fork to cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some larger chunks.
- Sprinkle the crumble evenly over the peaches, pressing lightly to help it settle into the fruit.
- Bake in the middle rack for 35 to 40 minutes, until the topping turns a golden brown and smells toasted. The filling should be bubbling around the edges.
- Remove from the oven and let sit for about 10 minutes to allow the juices to thicken slightly. The top will be crisp and crackling, inviting you to scoop a warm, fragrant serving.
Notes
Feel free to add a splash of bourbon to the peaches for extra flavor or top with whipped cream or ice cream when serving. For a nuttier crunch, sprinkle some chopped nuts into the crumble mixture before baking.