Peach and Cherry Summer Fruit Crisp

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A warm, tender summer fruit crisp featuring juicy peaches and cherries topped with a crunchy oat and almond crumble. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 60 minutes layers Fresh peaches, sliced, Fresh cherries, pitted and halved, 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 320 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 45 min Serves 6 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, toss 3 cups sliced fresh peaches and 2 cups pitted, halved cherries with 1/3 cup granulated sugar, 2 tbsp cornstarch, and 1 tbsp lemon juice until fruit is evenly coated.
  2. Step 2: Transfer the fruit mixture to a 9x9-inch baking dish, spreading it into an even layer.
  3. Step 3: In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup rolled oats, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/3 cup packed brown sugar, 1/4 cup slivered almonds, and 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon.
  4. Step 4: Add 6 tbsp cold unsalted butter cut into small cubes to the oat mixture. Using your fingertips or a pastry cutter, blend the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces.
  5. Step 5: Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the fruit in the baking dish.
  6. Step 6: Bake for 40-45 minutes until the fruit is bubbling around the edges and the topping is golden brown and crisp.
  7. Step 7: Let cool for 15 minutes before serving warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Peach and Cherry Summer Fruit Crisp take to make?

Total time is about 60 minutes (15 min prep + 45 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 Peach and Cherry Summer Fruit 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 Peach and Cherry Summer Fruit 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 Peach and Cherry Summer Fruit 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 Peach and Cherry Summer Fruit 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.

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