Strawberry Peach Crisp

This Strawberry Peach Crisp is the perfect way to enjoy the sweet flavors of summer. With a tender, juicy fruit filling and a crisp, buttery topping, it’s a simple yet incredibly satisfying dessert that’s sure to become a favorite.

Why You Will Love This Recipe

This Strawberry Peach Crisp is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. It’s incredibly easy to make, especially when using fresh, in-season fruit. The combination of sweet strawberries and ripe peaches creates a delightful flavor profile, perfectly complemented by the crunchy oat topping. It’s a rustic dessert that’s comforting and celebratory all at once, requiring minimal effort for maximum deliciousness.

Ingredients

• 6 cups fresh fruit, such as sliced peaches and hulled and halved strawberries
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or cornstarch)
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup rolled oats (not instant)
• 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cold and cut into cubes

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Butter a 9×9 inch baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, toss the sliced peaches and strawberries with lemon juice.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and 2 tablespoons of flour (or cornstarch). Sprinkle this mixture over the fruit and toss gently to coat. Pour the fruit mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
4. In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup of flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
5. Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry blender, your fingertips, or two forks, cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
6. Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the fruit in the baking dish.
7. Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the fruit filling is bubbling around the edges.
8. Let the crisp cool for at least 15-20 minutes before serving to allow the filling to set slightly.

Expert Tips / Pro Tips

For the juiciest fruit filling, ensure your peaches are ripe but still slightly firm. If your peaches are very soft, you might need to reduce the baking time slightly to prevent them from becoming mushy. When making the crumb topping, using cold butter is crucial. It creates those delightful flaky clusters that make the crisp so satisfying to eat. Don’t overmix the topping; stop when you achieve a coarse, crumbly texture.

Variations & Substitutions

Feel free to experiment with different fruits! Blueberries, raspberries, or even chopped apples can be wonderful additions or substitutions. For a nuttier topping, add 1/2 cup of chopped pecans or walnuts to the crumb mixture. If you don’t have all-purpose flour, a gluten-free baking mix can be used as a substitute in both the filling and the topping. For a dairy-free version, use vegan butter sticks.

Serving Suggestions

This Strawberry Peach Crisp is heavenly served warm with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream. A dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce also makes for a decadent topping. For a lighter option, serve it with Greek yogurt.

Storage, Freezing & Reheating

Leftover crisp can be stored, covered, at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerated for up to 4 days. To reheat, place individual portions in a microwave-safe dish and heat until warmed through, or reheat the entire dish in a 300°F (150°C) oven for about 10-15 minutes. This crisp also freezes well. Once completely cooled, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and then in aluminum foil. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight and reheat as directed.

Nutrition Information

Please note: Nutritional information is an estimate and can vary significantly based on the specific ingredients used and portion sizes.

FAQ

Can I use frozen fruit?

Yes, you can use frozen fruit. If using frozen fruit, do not thaw it completely. Toss it directly with the other filling ingredients and increase the baking time slightly to ensure the fruit is cooked through and bubbling.

My crisp topping is too wet. What did I do wrong?

This can happen if the butter was too soft or if the mixture was overmixed. Ensure your butter is cold and cut it into the dry ingredients until just combined to create crumbly textures.

How do I know when the crisp is done?

The crisp is done when the topping is golden brown and the fruit filling is visibly bubbling around the edges. You can also insert a knife into the fruit; it should be tender.

Can I make this ahead of time?

You can prepare the fruit filling and the topping separately a day in advance and store them covered in the refrigerator. Assemble and bake just before serving for the best texture.

Strawberry Peach Crisp

A delicious and easy berry and stone fruit crisp with a buttery crumb topping, perfect for any occasion. The sweet strawberries and juicy peaches are baked until tender under a crunchy, golden topping.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 40 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 380

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the Filling

• 4 cups peeled, pitted, and sliced peaches (about 1.5 lbs)
• 2 cups fresh strawberries hulled and quartered
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon

For the Topping

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup rolled oats (not instant)
• 0.75 cup packed light brown sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup cold unsalted butter cut into cubes

Method

 

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease an 8×8 inch baking dish or a similar-sized oven-safe dish.
2. In a large bowl, gently combine the sliced peaches, quartered strawberries, 1 tablespoon of flour, 0.75 cup of granulated sugar, lemon juice, and 0.25 teaspoon of cinnamon. Toss to coat evenly.
3. Pour the fruit mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
4. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the 1 cup of flour, rolled oats, 0.75 cup of brown sugar, 0.5 teaspoon of cinnamon, and salt for the topping.
5. Add the cold butter cubes to the dry ingredients for the topping. Use a pastry blender, fork, or your fingertips to cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some larger pea-sized pieces.
6. Sprinkle the topping evenly over the fruit mixture in the baking dish.
7. Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the fruit filling is bubbly and tender. If the topping starts to brown too quickly, you can loosely tent the dish with aluminum foil.
8. Let the crisp cool for at least 10-15 minutes before serving. This allows the filling to thicken slightly. Serve warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Notes

This crisp is best served warm. For a nuttier flavor, you can add 1/2 cup of chopped pecans or walnuts to the topping mixture.