Spiced Peach and Cinnamon Crumble
Warm, tender peaches baked under a crunchy cinnamon-oat topping, combining sweet and spicy flavors for a comforting dessert. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 55 minutes layers fresh peaches, peeled and sliced, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon 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 fresh peaches, peeled and sliced
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, cold and diced
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F and grease a 9-inch square baking dish.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, toss 4 cups peeled and sliced fresh peaches with 1/3 cup granulated sugar, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1 tbsp lemon juice until evenly coated.
- Step 3: Spread the peach mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Step 4: In another bowl, combine 1 cup old-fashioned oats, 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg, and 1/4 tsp salt.
- Step 5: Add 6 tbsp cold diced unsalted butter to the oat mixture. Using your fingers or a pastry cutter, blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Step 6: Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the peaches.
- Step 7: Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes until the topping is golden brown and the peach filling is bubbling.
- Step 8: Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Spiced Peach and Cinnamon Crumble 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 Spiced Peach and Cinnamon Crumble?
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 Spiced Peach and Cinnamon Crumble?
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 Spiced Peach and Cinnamon Crumble 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 Spiced Peach and Cinnamon Crumble?
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.
