Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40–45 minutes
Total Time: 55–60 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: Approximately 340 per serving
A peach crisp is a baked dessert made with sweet peaches topped with a buttery crumble that turns golden and crisp in the oven. This peach crisp recipe uses fresh peaches, simple pantry ingredients, and a crunchy oat topping to create a dessert with a juicy fruit filling and crisp, buttery texture.
You can make this peach crisp with fresh, frozen, or canned peaches, and it is easy to adapt for gluten-free, vegan, dairy-free, sugar-free, or small-batch versions.
Serve peach crisp warm with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or a spoonful of Greek yogurt for an easy dessert that works throughout peach season.
Why You’ll Love This Peach Crisp Recipe
There are 7 reasons this is the best peach crisp recipe.
- Uses everyday pantry ingredients.
- Ready in about one hour.
- Works with fresh, frozen, or canned peaches.
- Crisp topping stays crunchy after baking.
- Easy to customize for dietary needs.
- Perfect for family dinners, holidays, and summer gatherings.
- Can be prepared ahead of time and baked later.
Unlike peach cobbler, peach crisp has a crumbly topping instead of biscuit dough. The topping becomes golden and crunchy while the peaches soften into a naturally sweet filling.
Ingredients
Peach Filling
- 6 cups fresh peaches (about 7–8 medium peaches), peeled and sliced
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
Crisp Topping
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
Ingredient Notes
Fresh Peaches
A peach crisp recipe with fresh peaches produces the best flavor and texture. Choose ripe peaches that feel slightly soft when gently squeezed. Freestone peaches are easier to slice because the pit separates cleanly from the fruit.
Frozen Peaches
A peach crisp recipe frozen peaches version works well year-round. Thaw the peaches first and drain excess liquid before baking.
Canned Peaches
A peach crisp recipe canned peaches can save preparation time. Drain canned peaches thoroughly before using them. Reduce the sugar slightly if the peaches are packed in syrup.
Oats
Old-fashioned oats provide the crispiest topping. Quick oats create a softer crumble.
Butter
Cold butter creates flaky crumbs that bake into a crunchy topping.
Equipment
- 9×13-inch baking dish
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Pastry cutter or fork
- Vegetable peeler
- Sharp knife
A peach crisp recipe 9×13 pan is ideal for serving six to ten people.
How to Make Peach Crisp
Step 1: Prepare the Oven
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick cooking spray.
Step 2: Make the Peach Filling
Combine the peaches, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cornstarch, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and salt in a large bowl.
Mix until every peach slice is evenly coated.
Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
Step 3: Make the Crisp Topping
Combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt in another bowl.
Add the cold butter.
Use a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with small butter pieces throughout.
Do not overmix. Small butter pockets help create a crisp topping.
Step 4: Assemble
Spread the crumble evenly over the peaches.
Cover the peaches completely without pressing the topping down.
Step 5: Bake
Bake for 40–45 minutes until:
- the topping becomes golden brown,
- the peach filling bubbles around the edges,
- the peaches become tender.
Allow the crisp to cool for at least 10–15 minutes before serving.
Cooling helps the filling thicken naturally.
Tips for the Best Peach Crisp Recipe
Follow these 8 tips for the best results.
- Use ripe peaches with a sweet aroma.
- Add lemon juice to balance sweetness.
- Keep the butter cold.
- Do not overmix the crumble.
- Bake until the fruit bubbles.
- Let the crisp rest before serving.
- Use rolled oats instead of instant oats.
- Taste the peaches before adding sugar and adjust sweetness accordingly.
Fresh Peaches vs Frozen Peaches vs Canned Peaches
| Type | Flavor | Texture | Preparation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh peaches | Excellent | Firm and juicy | Peel and slice |
| Frozen peaches | Very good | Slightly softer | Thaw and drain |
| Canned peaches | Good | Soft | Drain well |
Fresh peaches provide the richest flavor, while frozen peaches are the best substitute outside peach season.
Peach Crisp Variations
Peach Crisp Recipe Easy
An easy peach crisp recipe uses canned peaches and a one-bowl topping. Preparation takes less than 15 minutes.
Peach Crisp Recipe Healthy
A healthy peach crisp recipe replaces part of the sugar with maple syrup or honey and uses whole wheat flour. Reduce the butter slightly and add chopped nuts for extra fiber.
Peach Crisp Recipe Gluten Free
A gluten free peach crisp recipe replaces all-purpose flour with a certified gluten-free flour blend and uses certified gluten-free oats.
Peach Crisp Recipe Vegan
A vegan peach crisp recipe replaces butter with vegan butter or solid coconut oil.
Peach Crisp Recipe Dairy Free
A dairy free peach crisp recipe substitutes dairy-free butter while keeping the remaining ingredients the same.
Peach Crisp Recipe Sugar Free
A sugar free peach crisp recipe uses a granulated monk fruit or erythritol sweetener instead of white and brown sugar.
Peach Crisp Recipe Keto
A keto peach crisp recipe requires more substitutions because peaches naturally contain carbohydrates. Replace peaches with lower-carb fruit such as berries and use almond flour, chopped pecans, butter, and keto sweetener for the topping. This creates a dessert inspired by peach crisp rather than a traditional version.
Peach Crisp Recipe No Oats
A peach crisp recipe no oats replaces oats with extra flour, chopped pecans, almonds, or walnuts for a crunchy topping.
Peach Crisp Recipe With Oats
A peach crisp recipe with oats delivers the classic crunchy texture most people expect.
Peach Crisp Recipe Air Fryer
An air fryer peach crisp recipe bakes in a small oven-safe dish at 320°F (160°C) for about 18–22 minutes.
Peach Crisp Recipe Microwave
A microwave peach crisp recipe cooks individual servings in microwave-safe ramekins for about 3–5 minutes. The topping will be softer than oven-baked crisp.
Peach Crisp Recipe Cast Iron
A cast iron peach crisp recipe bakes directly in a seasoned cast iron skillet. The skillet distributes heat evenly and creates crisp edges.
Peach Crisp Recipe for Two
A peach crisp recipe for two uses approximately:
- 2 peaches
- ¼ cup flour
- ¼ cup oats
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
Bake in two ramekins.
