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Brown Butter Peach Crisp

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A cozy and simple peach crisp featuring nutty brown butter and a crunchy oat streusel topping, perfect for late summer gatherings or a comforting dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 5 medium fresh peaches, peeled and sliced (or 4 cups frozen, thawed)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, browned
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated or ground nutmeg (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter: In a medium skillet over medium heat, melt 6 tablespoons unsalted butter. Stir frequently as it foams and the color shifts from yellow to golden brown, releasing a nutty aroma (about 4-5 minutes). Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  2. Prep the peaches: Peel and slice 5 medium peaches into 1/2-inch thick slices. Place them in a mixing bowl.
  3. Make the filling: Add 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, and a pinch of salt to the peaches. Gently toss to coat all slices evenly. Set aside to macerate for 10 minutes while you prepare the topping.
  4. Prepare the oat streusel topping: In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup rolled oats, 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Pour in the browned butter and stir gently until the mixture is crumbly but evenly coated.
  5. Assemble the crisp: Transfer the peach mixture (including any juices) into a 9×9-inch baking dish, spreading evenly. Sprinkle the oat streusel topping evenly over the peaches.
  6. Bake: Place the dish in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake for 35-40 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and the peach filling is bubbling around the edges.
  7. Cool and serve: Let the crisp cool for about 15 minutes before serving. Serve warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Notes

If topping browns too quickly, tent loosely with foil halfway through baking. Use a sharp paring knife to peel peaches for best results. For extra crunch, add 1/2 cup chopped toasted nuts to the streusel. Let crisp rest 10-15 minutes before serving to thicken juices and set topping. Leftovers reheat well in a 350°F oven for 10 minutes. For gluten-free, substitute flour with almond or gluten-free flour. For dairy-free, use browned coconut oil and coconut sugar.

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Keywords: peach crisp, brown butter, oat streusel, summer dessert, easy peach dessert, homemade crisp, fruit crisp

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