Skillet Glazed Peach Crisp with Oat Topping
Juicy peaches glazed in cinnamon sugar and baked under a crunchy oat topping, perfect served warm. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 50 minutes layers medium, sliced fresh peaches, lemon juice, brown 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 250 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 medium, sliced fresh peaches
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3/4 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 tbsp, cold and diced unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/8 tsp pinch salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 375°F and grease a 9-inch oven-safe skillet with 1 tbsp butter.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, toss 4 medium sliced fresh peaches with 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1/4 cup brown sugar, and 1 tsp ground cinnamon until evenly coated; spread the peach mixture in the bottom of the skillet.
- Step 3: In another bowl, mix 3/4 cup rolled oats, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1/8 tsp salt, and 3 tbsp cold diced unsalted butter using your fingers or a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Step 4: Stir in 2 tbsp maple syrup and 1 tsp vanilla extract into the oat mixture, then sprinkle it evenly over the peaches.
- Step 5: Bake for 30-35 minutes until the topping is golden brown and the peach juices are bubbling around the edges.
- Step 6: Remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes before serving warm, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Skillet Glazed Peach Crisp with Oat Topping 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 Glazed Peach Crisp with Oat Topping?
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 Glazed Peach Crisp with Oat Topping?
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 Glazed Peach Crisp with Oat Topping 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 Glazed Peach Crisp with Oat Topping?
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.
