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Strawberry Peach Crisp Recipe with Topping
Molly

Strawberry Peach Crisp Recipe with Topping

A summer fruit dessert with a buttery, crunchy topping over fresh strawberries and peaches. Baked until golden, it highlights in-season fruit with minimal effort and aromatic cinnamon-vanilla flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Seasonal Desserts
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ½ cups halved strawberries (use fully red berries for sweetness)
  • 2 medium sliced peaches (choose freestone varieties)
  • ½ cup packed brown sugar (replace with coconut sugar for paleo)
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour (use rice flour for gluten-free)
  • 1.5 cups old-fashioned oats (unsweetened granola works)
  • 2 tsp baking soda (activates during baking)
  • 1 tsp alcohol-free vanilla extract (alcohol-free extract available)
  • ½ cup butter, cold

Method
 

  1. Combine strawberries, peaches, and brown sugar in 9-inch square baking dish.
  2. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons flour over fruit to help thicken juices.
  3. Add cinnamon and nutmeg for extra flavor.
  4. Set prepared fruit in 2-inch depth for even topping coverage.
  5. Cover with aluminum foil and chill 20-30 minutes.
  6. Mix oats, remaining flour, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
  7. Gradually incorporate cold butter using a pastry cutter or fork.
  8. Add vanilla extract and stir until texture resembles coarse sand.
  9. Transfer topping to a separate mixing bowl.
  10. Press half the topping over chilled fruit at 1/4-inch thickness.
  11. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  12. Bake uncovered for 40 minutes or until golden and bubbly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 18mgSodium: 120mgFiber: 3gSugar: 18g

Notes

Use local, in-season produce for maximum flavor.
Replace all-purpose flour with rice flour for gluten-free version.
Use coconut sugar for a paleo option.
No-stir topping method ensures even browning and reduces prep time.

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