Peach Crisp
I had some fresh peaches leftover after making Homemade Fresh Peach Ice Cream so I decided to make an easy Peach Crisp recipe.
This easy dessert brings out the best in fresh peaches. Think juicy, bubbling fruit tucked under a golden, buttery oat topping that’s crisp around the edges and soft in the center. It’s a little rustic, totally cozy, and absolutely delicious.
What I love most about this Peach Crisp is how simple it is to make. No rolling dough, no fancy tools. Just a big bowl of peaches, a few pantry staples, and a hot oven.
It’s the kind of recipe that feels like a warm hug—perfect for backyard dinners, cookouts, or just because you picked up too many peaches at the farmers market.
And if you serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream? That makes everything even better!
Peach season is short—so make it count! Whether you’re baking for a party or just a quiet night on the porch, this Peach Crisp is everything you want in a summer dessert. Juicy, sweet, and irresistibly simple.
If you love this Peach Crisp, be sure to check out my Apple Crisp and Rhubarb Crisp recipes too—both are just as easy and packed with seasonal flavor!
Happy baking!
Tips for the Best Peach Crisp
- Peel the peaches if you prefer a smoother filling, but you can leave the skins on for a more rustic version.
- Use ripe but firm peaches. Overripe ones will release too much juice and may make the crisp watery.
- Want to skip peeling? Just slice and toss—no judgment here.
- Add a handful of chopped pecans or sliced almonds to the topping for extra crunch!
What is Peach Crisp?
Peach Crisp is a classic, comforting dessert made with fresh, juicy peaches and topped with a buttery, crumbly oat topping that crisps up as it bakes.
It’s a type of fruit crumble or streusel-topped dessert, similar to a cobbler but with a crunchy oat-flour-sugar-butter topping instead of a biscuit or cake-like one.
It’s a go-to dessert during peach season in summer, and it’s loved for how easy it is to make and how it showcases the natural sweetness of fresh peaches.
Ingredients
Peach Filling:
- Fresh peaches, peeled and sliced
- Granulated sugar
- Brown sugar
- Lemon juice
- Cornstarch
- Ground cinnamon
- Ground nutmeg
- Vanilla extract
Crisp Topping:
- Rolled oats
- All-purpose flour
- Granulated sugar
- Brown sugar
- Ground cinnamon
- Salt
- Cold butter, cut into small cubes
How to make Peach Crisp
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Lightly butter a 9×9-inch baking dish or similar-sized casserole.
In a large bowl, combine the sliced peaches with both sugars, lemon juice, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), and vanilla.
Toss gently to coat evenly.
Pour into the prepared baking dish.
In a separate bowl, stir together oats, flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
Add the cold butter cubes and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Sprinkle the topping evenly over the peaches.
Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the peach filling is bubbling around the edges.
Cool slightly before serving.
Best served warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream!
Peach Crisp
Ingredients
For the peach filling:
- 6 –8 fresh peaches about 2.5–3 lbs, peeled and sliced
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp cornstarch or 3 tbsp flour
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp nutmeg optional
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the crisp topping:
- 3/4 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter cut into small cubes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Lightly butter a 9×9-inch baking dish or similar-sized casserole.
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced peaches with both sugars, lemon juice, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), and vanilla.
- Toss gently to coat evenly.
- Pour into the prepared baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, stir together oats, flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
- Add the cold butter cubes and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Sprinkle the topping evenly over the peaches.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the peach filling is bubbling around the edges.
- Cool slightly before serving.
- Best served warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream!
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