Skillet Brown Sugar Peach Crisp
Warm skillet peach crisp baked with a brown sugar and oat topping that crisps beautifully, perfect served with vanilla ice cream. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, layers fresh peaches, lemon juice, 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
- 4 cups, sliced fresh peaches
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3/4 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup, packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 6 tbsp, cold and diced unsalted butter
- 1/4 tsp salt
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. In a 9-inch oven-safe skillet, toss 4 cups sliced fresh peaches with 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon until evenly coated.
- Step 2: In a medium bowl, combine 3/4 cup old-fashioned oats, 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cut in 6 tablespoons cold diced unsalted butter with a pastry cutter or fingers until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Step 3: Sprinkle the oat topping evenly over the peach mixture in the skillet.
- Step 4: Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes until topping is golden brown and peaches are bubbling.
- Step 5: Let cool for 10 minutes before serving warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Skillet Brown Sugar Peach Crisp take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (15 min prep + 35 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 Skillet Brown Sugar 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 Skillet Brown Sugar 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 Skillet Brown Sugar 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 Skillet Brown Sugar 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
So easy to make and absolutely delicious. The skillet method made it feel fancy without the fuss.
- ★★★★★
This was the perfect dessert for my summer gathering! The peaches were juicy and the topping was golden and crunchy.
- ★★★★★
Loved the simplicity and how the brown sugar caramelized perfectly. Made it for my family and they devoured it.
