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 crumble brings back memories of family summer evenings and cozy winter treats alike.
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.
- Mix fruit:
- 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 my family together for a warm and joyful time at the table.
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 finish to any meal and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Recipe FAQs
- → Can I use frozen peaches instead of fresh?
Yes, thawed and drained frozen peaches work well and offer convenience without compromising flavor.
- → What can I substitute for the ginger in the filling?
Ground cinnamon or nutmeg can provide a warming spice alternative if fresh ginger is unavailable.
- → How do I achieve a crunchy crumble topping?
Incorporate rolled oats or chopped nuts into the topping mix before baking for added texture.
- → Is there a gluten-free option for the topping?
Yes, using a gluten-free flour blend instead of all-purpose flour creates a suitable alternative.
- → What are good serving suggestions for this dish?
Serve warm with vanilla custard, Greek yogurt, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra richness.