Peach Crisp
A delightful dessert combining sweet, juicy peaches with a crunchy topping, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the filling
- 8 pieces fresh peaches, peeled and sliced Use ripe peaches for best flavor.
- 1 cup organic sugar For coating the peaches.
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg Can be substituted with extra cinnamon if needed.
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
For the topping
- ¼ cup butter Slice and place on top of fruit mixture.
- 2 cups all-purpose flour, unsifted Can be substituted with gluten-free flour.
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup butter (2 sticks) Softened for mixing.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and brown sugar.
- Add 1 cup of butter to the flour mixture. Mix on low speed until it becomes crumbly.
Filling
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the sugar, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Set this mixture aside.
- Peel and slice the peaches, then place them in a large bowl.
- Mix the sugar mixture into the sliced peaches, stirring well until the peaches are coated.
- Pour the fruit mixture into a 9 x 13-inch baking dish or a 3-quart baking dish.
- Slice the remaining ¼ cup of butter and place the pieces randomly on top of the peach mixture.
Topping
- Spread the flour mixture evenly on top of the fruit.
Baking
- Bake uncovered at 400°F for 45-55 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown.
Notes
Peach Crisp is best served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Can also be topped with caramel sauce or nuts. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.