Is there anything better than a steamy, warm-from-the-oven Peach Crisp? Methinks not. Not only is this classic dessert delicious, it’s also quick and easy to assemble, leaving you with more time to celebrate summertime with your loved ones. 

baked peach crisp in a turquoise bowl on an embroidered napkin with a spoon

Fresh summer peaches are simply adorned with an oat crumble and baked to perfection for a dessert that is homey and heartening.

Why I Love This Recipe

If you’ve been reading my blog for a while, you know that family means everything to me. Well, this recipe reminds me of both my given and my chosen family. I’m a lucky woman to have had a lovely mother-in-law, Dottie, who shared my love of all thing’s food.

Dottie was an actual Home Economics major in college, meaning she was a real-life Suzie Homemaker in the fam! She was the person who introduced me to the wonder of fresh peach crisps.

peach crisp ingredients in bowls on a teal background. Fresh peaches, flour, oats, spices, butter, and brown sugar.

And even though I hadn’t tried a peach crisp until after I was married, my lifelong love affair with oats began as a child. Both my mom and my grandma always made Avena (Old-Fashioned Mexican Oatmeal) on chilly mornings!

One of the things I love most about peach crisp is that the topping is filled with all the oat deliciousness I remember from being little. While I still love my Dottie’s recipe, I decided to put my own spin on it. This heavenly recipe is the result!

Sweet, perfumed summer peaches are tossed in the lightest coating of sugar to help them macerate. They’re then topped with an oat crumble that will certainly leave you wanting more. The oats and combined with warming spices and just a touch of butter for a topping that becomes golden and aromatic in the oven.

And, as an added bonus, the whole thing takes less than 20 minutes to prep! That leaves you with more time for what is important – making memories with your loved ones.

How to Make Fresh Peach Crisp

This recipe is so easy, it practically makes itself! Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Peel peaches and slice.

TIP: Want to make life even easier? Opt for frozen peaches instead and make this summery crisp all year round! Place fruit in a cast iron skillet or 2-quart square baking dish. Stir in the granulated sugar.

pouring granulated sugar over peaches in a cast iron skillet.

For the topping, combine the oats, brown sugar, flour, and spices.

sprinkling oats over sliced peaches in a cast iron skillet for a peach crisp.

Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Or simply dice butter and sprinkle butter over mixture to melt over topping while baking.

pach crisp with pieces of butter before baked in a cast iron skillet.

Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until fruit is tender and topping is golden. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes.

Serve warm and enjoy every single fruity bite! Watch this video to see how quickly this steamy peach crisp comes together.

freshly baked peach crisp in a cast iron skillet with a serving on the side with fresh whole peaches in the background.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make peach crisp ahead of time?

Sure! The crisp will last for up to 3 days in the fridge. I recommend that you warm it in the oven prior to serving, though. Peach crisp is infinitely more delicious when it is warm and the topping is still crispy.

Can I use frozen peaches?

Absolutely! If you want to use frozen peaches thaw them first, then drain off the excess liquid. 

Can I make this gluten free?

Absolutely! Simply swap in a cup-for-cup all purpose gluten free flour mix and opt for Gluten Free Old Fashioned Oats.

Can I make this vegan?

Yep! Just sub in vegan butter or coconut oil for the butter.

Can I make this on a campfire?

This is a great dessert while camping made in a Dutch oven! Place a Dutch oven on hot coals and also place hot coal on the lid to ensure even baking. Bake for 45 minutes or until topping is golden brown and fruit is bubbling. Remove top from the Dutch oven and let crisp cool for 10 minutes before serving.

What is the difference between peach cobbler and peach crisp?

Cobblers usually have a biscuit dough topping and base, while crisps usually have oats and a streusel topping.

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Fresh Peach Crisp

5 (5 ratings)
This crisp reminds me of a Dutch apple pie with a crunchy topping, but made with fresh peaches instead of apples. It is truly heavenly. 

Ingredients

  • 5 cups sliced, peeled peaches or apricots
  • 2 tablespoons white granulated sugar
  • ½ cup old fashioned oats
  • 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Place fruit in a cast iron skillet or 2-quart square baking dish. Stir in the granulated sugar.
  • For the topping, in a medium bowl combine the oats, brown sugar, flour, and spices. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Or simply dice butter and sprinkle butter over mixture.
  • Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until fruit is tender and topping is golden. 

Video

Notes

  • Feel free to keep peels on peaches. 
  • Peaches are hard to find outside of summer. If you want to use frozen peaches thaw them first, then drain off the excess liquid. 
  • Serve this peach crisp warm from the oven.
  • Feel free to serve this peach crisp with homemade whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. Nutrition does not include extra toppings.
Calories: 588kcal, Carbohydrates: 17g, Protein: 44g, Fat: 37g, Saturated Fat: 14g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g, Monounsaturated Fat: 17g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 132mg, Sodium: 2375mg, Potassium: 601mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 8g, Vitamin A: 117IU, Vitamin C: 1mg, Calcium: 23mg, Iron: 2mg

Photography by Jenna Sparks / Video by Pure Cinematography
Originally published: August 2012.