Pin It A warm, comforting dessert featuring juicy peaches and a hint of ginger, topped with a soft, buttery crumble. Perfect for cozy gatherings or a summer treat.
This recipe quickly became a family favorite during summer cookouts and cozy nights in.
Ingredients
- Fruit Filling: 900 g (6 cups) ripe peaches peeled pitted and sliced (fresh or canned drained), 80 g (⅓ cup) granulated sugar, 2 tbsp cornstarch, 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger, 1 tbsp lemon juice, ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Crumble Topping: 140 g (1 cup) all-purpose flour, 100 g (½ cup) light brown sugar packed, ½ tsp ground ginger, ¼ tsp ground cinnamon, ¼ tsp salt, 115 g (½ cup) unsalted butter cold and cubed
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) Lightly grease a 23 cm (9-inch) baking dish.
- Prepare Fruit Filling:
- In a large bowl combine peaches granulated sugar cornstarch grated ginger lemon juice and vanilla extract Toss until the peaches are evenly coated Spread the fruit mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Make Crumble Topping:
- In another bowl whisk together flour brown sugar ground ginger cinnamon and salt Add the cold butter cubes Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips work the butter into the dry mixture until it resembles soft coarse crumbs.
- Assemble:
- Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the peach filling.
- Bake:
- Bake for 35 minutes or until the topping is golden and the filling is bubbling around the edges.
- Cool and Serve:
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 10–15 minutes before serving Serve warm optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Pin It This dessert always brings smiles at family gatherings and holiday dinners.
Serving Suggestions
Serve warm with vanilla custard Greek yogurt or vanilla ice cream to enhance the flavors.
Storage
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat before serving.
Variations
Try a gluten-free version using a gluten-free flour blend or add nuts for a crunchy topping.
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This peach and ginger crumble is both simple and satisfying—a true crowd pleaser.
Recipe FAQs
- → Can I use nectarines instead of peaches?
Yes, nectarines are a great substitute and will provide a similar juicy texture with a slightly different flavor.
- → How do I make the crumble topping crunchy?
Incorporate rolled oats or chopped pecans into the crumble mixture before baking to add extra crunch.
- → What temperature should the oven be set at?
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) for optimal baking results.
- → Is it possible to make a gluten-free version?
Yes, using a gluten-free flour blend instead of all-purpose flour makes this dish gluten-free.
- → What are some serving suggestions?
Serve the dish warm with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, vanilla custard, or Greek yogurt for added richness.