Save 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 crumble quickly became a family favorite after our first summer feast, bringing everyone back for seconds.
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 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 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 & Serve:
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 10–15 minutes before serving. Serve warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Save Sharing this crumble at family dinners always fills our home with joy and sweet memories.
Notes
Substitute nectarines or apricots for peaches. For extra crunch, mix 50 g (½ cup) rolled oats or chopped pecans into the crumble topping. Serve with vanilla custard or Greek yogurt for a different twist.
Required Tools
23 cm (9-inch) baking dish, mixing bowls, pastry cutter or fork, measuring cups and spoons, peeler (if using fresh peaches)
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (gluten) and Dairy (butter). Check all packaged ingredients for potential allergens.
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This peach and ginger crumble is the perfect blend of sweet and spicy, making it a delightful dessert to end any meal.
Recipe FAQs
- → Can I use canned peaches instead of fresh?
Yes, canned peaches work well as long as they are drained to avoid excess moisture in the filling.
- → How can I make the topping crunchier?
Incorporate rolled oats or chopped pecans into the crumble mixture before baking for added texture.
- → Is it possible to make a gluten-free version?
Substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend to accommodate gluten-free needs.
- → What serving suggestions complement this dessert?
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, custard, or Greek yogurt for a rich contrast.
- → How do I know when it’s fully cooked?
The crumble topping should be golden brown and the fruit filling bubbling around the edges.