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Peach Crisp

Delicious Peach Crisp for a Cozy Summer Dessert Evening

Enjoy this Peach Crisp, a simple summer dessert that highlights ripe peaches and a buttery crust.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 4 cups fresh peaches skinned and sliced
  • 1/4 cup apple juice 100% juice, not from concentrate
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice optional but recommended
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour substitute with gluten-free flour if needed
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar dark brown sugar recommended
  • 1/4 cup white sugar adjust according to peach sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon use freshly ground for best flavor
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt optional if using salted butter
For the Crisp Topping
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter chilled for easy cutting
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour incorporate evenly
  • 1/4 cup white sugar adjust to preference
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon add a pinch for flavor boost
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt a small amount enhances flavor

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking dish
  • mixing bowls
  • Pastry Cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease an 8x8-inch baking dish.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix the flour, sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Cut in chilled butter until it resembles coarse crumbs. Refrigerate while preparing peaches.
  3. Score peaches, blanch in boiling water for 30 seconds, then plunge into ice bath to peel. Slice into ½-inch pieces.
  4. Combine sliced peaches, apple juice, lemon juice, flour, sugars, and cinnamon in a large bowl. Mix gently until well coated.
  5. Pour peach filling into the baking dish and spread evenly. Sprinkle the crisp topping over the peach mixture.
  6. Bake for approximately 40 minutes until topping is golden brown and filling bubbles around edges.
  7. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving, optionally top with vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm for the best flavor, and feel free to substitute different fruits for a unique twist.

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