Peach and Ginger Crumble (Print View)

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

# 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

07 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
08 - ½ cup light brown sugar, packed
09 - ½ teaspoon ground ginger
10 - ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
11 - ¼ teaspoon salt
12 - ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9-inch baking dish.
02 - 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.
03 - 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.
04 - 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.
05 - Remove from oven and allow to cool for 10 to 15 minutes before serving. Serve warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

# Expert Insights:

01 -
  • Juicy peaches with spicy ginger flavor
  • Soft buttery crumble topping perfect for any occasion
02 -
  • Substitute nectarines or apricots for peaches
  • For extra crunch mix rolled oats or chopped pecans into the crumble topping
03 -
  • Use cold butter to achieve the perfect crumble texture
  • Let the crumble cool slightly for better slicing and serving
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