Ultimate Healthy Peach Crumble

A delicious and guilt-free take on classic peach crumble, featuring a spiced, tender fruit filling and a crisp, whole-grain topping.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 40

Total Time 1

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Baking, Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 280

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

For the Peach Filling

6 cups fresh or frozen peaches Peeled, pitted, and sliced (if using frozen, do not thaw)
1/4 cup maple syrup Adjust to preferred sweetness
2 tablespoons cornstarch Or arrowroot powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 tablespoon lemon juice

For the Healthy Crumble Topping

1 cup rolled oats Old-fashioned, not instant
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
1/4 cup cold unsalted butter Cut into small cubes, or coconut oil for dairy-free
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt

Method

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease an 8x8 inch baking dish or similar sized casserole dish.
Prepare the filling: In a large bowl, gently toss the sliced peaches with maple syrup, cornstarch, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice until the peaches are evenly coated.
Pour the peach mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it into an even layer.
Prepare the topping: In a separate medium bowl, combine the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon, and salt.
Cut in the cold butter (or coconut oil) using a pastry blender, two knives, or your clean fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Do not overmix; small clumps are desirable.
Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the peach filling in the baking dish.
Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and crisp, and the peach filling is bubbling thickly around the edges.
Allow the crumble to cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. This allows the filling to set slightly. Serve warm, optionally topped with Greek yogurt or a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream.

Notes

For a nuttier topping, add 1/4 cup of chopped pecans or almonds to the crumble mixture. If your peaches are very ripe, you may omit the maple syrup entirely.