Can I use canned peaches for this peach crisp recipe?

Yes, canned peaches work well as a substitute. Drain them completely and skip the added granulated sugar in the filling since canned peaches are already sweetened. Expect a slightly softer texture because they are pre-cooked, but the flavor will still be warm and sweet.

Why is my crisp topping not getting crunchy?

The most common reason is warm or melted butter in the topping mixture. Warm butter blends fully into the oats and flour, creating a dense paste that steams instead of crisps. Always start with cold butter cut into cubes, and work quickly with your fingertips so body heat does not melt it before it hits the oven.

Can I make a peach crisp with oats that are quick-cooking instead of old-fashioned?

Quick oats will produce a softer, less textured topping. Old-fashioned rolled oats hold their shape better during baking, giving you distinct clusters with a satisfying chew and crunch. If quick oats are all you have, reduce the flour by 1 tablespoon to compensate for the finer texture.

How do I know when the peach crisp is done baking?

Look for two signs at the same time: the topping should be a deep amber-gold color across the entire surface, not just at the edges, and the filling should be visibly bubbling through the topping around the perimeter of the dish. If only the edges are bubbling, the center is not hot enough yet. Give it 5 more minutes and check again.

Easy Peach Crisp Recipe with Oat Crumble Topping

Name: The Best Homemade Peach Crisp (Golden, Bubbling, and Ready in 45 Minutes)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 lbs fresh ripe peaches (peeled, pitted, sliced 1/2 inch thick, about 6 to 7 medium peaches); 2 tablespoons granulated sugar; 2 tablespoons brown sugar (packed); 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; Pinch of salt; 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats (not quick oats); 1/3 cup all-purpose flour; 1/3 cup brown sugar (packed); 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter (cut into 1/2-inch cubes)

Description

A simple homemade peach crisp made with ripe peach slices tossed in brown sugar, cornstarch, and cinnamon, then topped with a cold-butter oat crumble and baked until golden and bubbling. Ready in 45 minutes and works beautifully with fresh or frozen peaches.

Ingredients

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For the Peach Filling:

2 lbs fresh ripe peaches (peeled, pitted, sliced 1/2 inch thick, about 6 to 7 medium peaches)

2 tablespoons granulated sugar

2 tablespoons brown sugar (packed)

2 tablespoons cornstarch

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Pinch of salt

For the Oat Crumble Topping:

1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats (not quick oats)

1/3 cup all-purpose flour

1/3 cup brown sugar (packed)

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon salt

6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter (cut into 1/2-inch cubes)

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Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F and position a rack in the center. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.

2. Combine the peach slices and granulated sugar in a large bowl. Toss to coat and let the mixture sit for 10 minutes. You will see a pool of juice form at the bottom of the bowl.

3. Pour off roughly half of the accumulated juice from the bowl. Add the brown sugar, cornstarch, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt to the peaches. Toss until every slice is evenly coated and the mixture looks glossy.

4. Spread the peach filling in an even layer in the prepared baking dish.

5. In a separate medium bowl, stir together the rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Add the cold butter cubes and work them into the oat mixture using your fingertips, pinching and pressing until the mixture forms rough, crumbly clusters with pea-sized bits of butter still visible. Work quickly to keep the butter cold.

6. Scatter the oat topping loosely and evenly over the peach filling. Do not press it down, as loose topping allows hot air to circulate and brown the surface.

7. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until the topping is deep golden brown across the entire surface and the peach filling is bubbling vigorously around the edges of the dish. If only the edges are bubbling, bake for 5 more minutes.

8. Remove from the oven and let the crisp rest for 10 minutes before serving. This rest lets the filling thicken so it scoops cleanly. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream.

Notes

Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in a 350 degree F oven for 10 minutes to restore crunch to the topping. Freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

Make-ahead tip: Prepare the filling and topping separately up to 24 hours ahead and store in the refrigerator. Assemble and bake directly from cold, adding 5 minutes to the bake time.

Frozen peaches work well as a substitute. Thaw completely, drain off excess liquid, and reduce the cornstarch to 1 1/2 tablespoons.

For a gluten-free version, use a 1-to-1 gluten-free flour blend and certified gluten-free rolled oats. For dairy-free, substitute cold coconut oil for the butter.

Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time: 30 min
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 248 kcal
Sugar: 22 g
Sodium: 85 mg
Fat: 10 g
Saturated Fat: 6 g
Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 38 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 3 g
Cholesterol: 23 mg