Peach and Ginger Crumble

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This comforting dish combines ripe, juicy peaches with fragrant ginger, enhanced by a soft, buttery crumble topping baked until golden. Blending sweet and spicy notes, it offers a warm, inviting dessert perfect for cozy moments or summer enjoyment. Simple preparation includes mixing the fruit with sugar and lemon for brightness, then covering it with a spiced flour and butter crumble before baking to bubbly perfection. Serve warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or creamy garnish for a delightful finish.

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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 reminds me of cozy family summer evenings spent enjoying fresh fruit desserts together.

Ingredients

  • Fruit Filling: 900 g (6 cups) ripe peaches peeled pitted and sliced (fresh or canned drained)
  • Fruit Filling: 80 g (⅓ cup) granulated sugar
  • Fruit Filling: 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • Fruit Filling: 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger
  • Fruit Filling: 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Fruit Filling: ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • Crumble Topping: 140 g (1 cup) all-purpose flour
  • Crumble Topping: 100 g (½ cup) light brown sugar packed
  • Crumble Topping: ½ tsp ground ginger
  • Crumble Topping: ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
  • Crumble Topping: ¼ tsp salt
  • Crumble Topping: 115 g (½ cup) unsalted butter cold and cubed

Instructions

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Step 1:
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Lightly grease a 23 cm (9-inch) baking dish.
Step 2:
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.
Step 3:
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.
Step 4:
Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the peach filling.
Step 5:
Bake for 35 minutes or until the topping is golden and the filling is bubbling around the edges.
Step 6:
Remove from the oven and let cool for 10–15 minutes before serving. Serve warm optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
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This dessert is a beautiful way to gather my family around the table and enjoy the flavors of summer.

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 the perfect ending to any meal. Enjoy it warm for comfort and flavor.

Peach and Ginger Crumble

Comforting mix of juicy peaches and ginger beneath a buttery, crisp crumble topping.

Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
35 minutes
Overall Duration
55 minutes
Created by Zoe Collins


Skill Level Easy

Cuisine British

Portion 6 Portions

Dietary Details Meat-Free

What You'll Need

Fruit Filling

01 6 cups ripe peaches, peeled, pitted, and sliced (fresh or canned, drained)
02 ⅓ cup granulated sugar
03 2 tablespoons cornstarch
04 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
05 1 tablespoon lemon juice
06 ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Crumble Topping

01 1 cup all-purpose flour
02 ½ cup light brown sugar, packed
03 ½ teaspoon ground ginger
04 ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 ¼ teaspoon salt
06 ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed

How To Make It

Step 01

Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9-inch baking dish.

Step 02

Combine Fruit Filling: In a large bowl, mix peaches, granulated sugar, cornstarch, grated ginger, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until the peaches are evenly coated. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly.

Step 03

Prepare Crumble Topping: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, brown sugar, ground ginger, cinnamon, and salt. Add cold butter cubes and work them into the dry ingredients using a pastry cutter or fingertips until the mixture resembles soft, coarse crumbs.

Step 04

Assemble and Bake: Evenly sprinkle the crumble topping over the peach filling. Bake for 35 minutes or until the topping is golden and the filling is bubbling around the edges.

Step 05

Cool and Serve: Remove from oven and allow to cool for 10 to 15 minutes before serving. Serve warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Gear Needed

  • 9-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • Pastry cutter or fork
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Peeler

Allergy Details

Review all ingredients for allergens and speak with your health provider if you’re unsure.
  • Contains wheat (gluten) and dairy (butter). Check all packaged ingredients for potential allergens.

Nutrition Details (per portion)

Provided for informational purposes—always consult your health advisor.
  • Energy (Calories): 285
  • Total Fat: 10 grams
  • Total Carbs: 48 grams
  • Proteins: 2 grams