Is there anything better than a warm, bubbling peach crisp on a summer evening? If you ask my family, the answer is a unanimous nope! Whether it’s served fresh from the oven or slightly chilled the next day (if there’s any left), this peach crisp is the dessert that quietly steals the show—every single time.
Why We Adore Peach Crisp
Peaches have always held a special place in our summer memories. From roadside stands overflowing with sun-kissed fruit to sticky fingers after biting into the juiciest slice, there’s something nostalgic and deeply comforting about them. This recipe is inspired by those simple joys—quick to make, foolproof, and bursting with flavor.
Unlike a traditional peach pie, this crisp skips the fuss of rolling out dough and goes straight for the good stuff: tender, sweet peaches tucked beneath a golden oat topping that’s buttery, cinnamon-kissed, and just the right amount of crisp.
And the best part? You can have it oven-ready in 15 minutes flat.
Easy Peach Crisp Recipe (No Pie Crust Needed!)
Whether you’re hosting guests, treating your family, or sneaking in a solo sweet moment after a long day, this is the kind of dessert that makes everything feel just a little bit better.
Ingredients:
For the peaches:
- 6 cups sliced fresh peaches (about 5–6 large peaches)
- Juice from ½ lemon
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
For the oat crumble topping:
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup cold butter, cut into cubes
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup rolled oats
Optional for serving: vanilla ice cream or whipped cream
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the filling: In a medium bowl, toss sliced peaches with lemon juice, sugar, and cornstarch. Pour mixture evenly into an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- Make the topping: In a separate bowl, use a pastry cutter or your fingers to combine flour, brown sugar, cold butter, cinnamon, and salt until crumbly. Fold in the rolled oats.
- Assemble: Sprinkle the oat crumble evenly over the peaches, gently pressing down.
- Bake: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the top is golden and the peach juices are bubbling up around the edges.
- Cool slightly before serving. Enjoy as is, or top with a big scoop of vanilla ice cream for that perfect hot-and-cold contrast!
Tips for the Best Peach Crisp
- Fresh vs. frozen peaches: Fresh peaches are ideal, but frozen (and thawed) slices work in a pinch!
- Don’t skip the lemon juice—it brightens the flavor and helps balance the sweetness.
- Make it your own: Add a handful of chopped pecans or a pinch of nutmeg to the topping for extra depth.
A Summer Favorite Worth Sharing
Whether you serve it warm at a backyard dinner or sneak a spoonful straight from the fridge the next morning (no judgment!), this easy peach crisp is the kind of recipe you’ll want to pass down for generations. It’s simple, nostalgic, and oh-so-satisfying.
Peaches + cinnamon oat crumble = summer magic.
Let me know in the comments: Are you team à la mode or team straight-up crisp?
