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Peach Crisp with Cinnamon and Toasted Oats

This peach crisp features juicy, slightly tart peaches layered with a buttery streusel topping flavored with cinnamon, vanilla, and toasted oats. The dish is baked until bubbling and golden, resulting in a warm dessert with a crisp, crumbly texture and a fragrant aroma.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 cups ripe peaches, sliced peeled and pitted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats toasted lightly
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup toasted oats for topping

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • Oven
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • pastry cutter or fork
  • spoon for mixing

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease your baking dish to prevent sticking.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, toss the sliced peaches with sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until well coated. This will enhance the natural flavor and help the peaches release their juices during baking.
  3. Pour the peach mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly to create a uniform layer.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine the oats, flour, and brown sugar. Mix them together to form the base for your streusel topping.
  5. Add the cold, cubed butter to the bowl and use a pastry cutter, fork, or your fingers to cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces. This creates a flaky, crunchy topping.
  6. Stir in the vanilla extract for a subtle aromatic flavor that complements the peaches and cinnamon.
  7. Sprinkle the streusel evenly over the layered peaches, gently pressing it down to ensure good coverage and a cohesive topping.
  8. Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling bubbles around the edges.
  9. Remove the peach crisp from the oven and let it cool slightly for about 10 minutes; the juices will thicken a bit and the aroma will be irresistible.
  10. Serve the warm peach crisp with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream, if desired, to add extra richness.

Notes

For extra flavor, toast the oats lightly before adding them to the topping. Make sure the butter is cold for a flakier streusel. This dessert pairs beautifully with cold dairy or a drizzle of honey.