Save to Pinterest 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 favorite for family gatherings, reminding me of summer days spent baking with my grandmother.
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
- Step 1 Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F)
- Lightly grease a 23 cm (9-inch) baking dish
- Step 2 Prepare fruit filling
- 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
- Step 3 Make crumble topping
- 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
- Step 4 Assemble crumble
- Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the peach filling
- Step 5 Bake
- Bake for 35 minutes or until the topping is golden and the filling is bubbling around the edges
- Step 6 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
Save to Pinterest My family loves this dessert especially when topped with vanilla ice cream during holiday dinners.
Notes
Serve with vanilla custard or Greek yogurt for a different twist For a gluten-free version use a gluten-free flour blend
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) Dairy (butter) Check all packaged ingredients for potential allergens
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This peach and ginger crumble is a delightful way to enjoy seasonal fruit and impress your guests with minimal effort.
Recipe FAQs
- → Can I use other fruits instead of peaches?
Yes, nectarines or apricots can be used interchangeably, offering similar sweetness and texture.
- → How do I achieve a crunchy topping?
Incorporate rolled oats or chopped pecans into the crumble mixture before baking for added crunch.
- → What temperature should the oven be set to?
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) to ensure even cooking and a golden topping.
- → Can I make it gluten-free?
Replacing the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend works well without compromising texture.
- → What serving suggestions complement this dish?
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream, custard, or Greek yogurt for a creamy contrast.