Half-Baked Bourbon Peach Crisp
A warm peach crisp with a hint of bourbon, topped with a crunchy oat and brown sugar crumble, perfect for a cozy dessert. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 55 minutes layers fresh peaches, sliced, bourbon whiskey, granulated sugar into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 6, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 3 cups fresh peaches, sliced
- 2 tbsp bourbon whiskey
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 3/4 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. In a mixing bowl, combine 3 cups sliced fresh peaches with 2 tbsp bourbon whiskey, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and 1 tbsp lemon juice. Toss gently and transfer to an 8-inch baking dish.
- Step 2: In another bowl, stir together 3/4 cup old-fashioned oats, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar, and 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon.
- Step 3: Add 1/3 cup cold cubed unsalted butter to the oat mixture. Using your fingers or a pastry cutter, work the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Step 4: Evenly sprinkle the crumble topping over the peach mixture.
- Step 5: Bake for 35-40 minutes until the topping is golden brown and the peach juices are bubbling around the edges.
- Step 6: Let cool slightly before serving warm with vanilla ice cream if desired.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Half-Baked Bourbon Peach Crisp take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (15 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Half-Baked Bourbon Peach Crisp?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Half-Baked Bourbon Peach Crisp?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Half-Baked Bourbon Peach Crisp for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Half-Baked Bourbon Peach Crisp?
American desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
