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Easy Skillet Peach Crisp Recipe with Oat Streusel and Brown Sugar Topping

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A quick and easy skillet peach crisp featuring a buttery oat streusel and brown sugar topping, perfect for late summer gatherings or a no-fuss dessert that feels indulgent and homey.

Ingredients

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  • 5–6 medium fresh peaches, peeled and sliced (about 4 cups)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3/4 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar (light or dark)
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter (about 5 tablespoons), cold and cut into small cubes
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional: 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
  • Optional dairy-free substitution: coconut oil instead of butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). If using a cast iron skillet, place it in the oven while it heats to warm it up.
  2. Peel and slice 5-6 medium peaches to yield about 4 cups. Toss them gently with 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon in a mixing bowl. Set aside to macerate for about 10 minutes.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine 3/4 cup rolled oats, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, and a pinch of salt. Add 1/3 cup cold unsalted butter cut into small cubes. Use a pastry cutter or fingers to blend the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces remaining.
  4. Carefully remove the heated skillet from the oven using an oven mitt. Spread the peach mixture evenly into the skillet.
  5. Sprinkle the oat streusel evenly over the peaches, covering all the fruit for even caramelization.
  6. Place the skillet back in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, until the topping is golden brown and the peach juices are bubbling around the edges. If the topping browns too quickly, loosely cover with foil halfway through baking.
  7. Let the crisp rest for 10-15 minutes before serving to settle the juices and firm up the streusel.

Notes

Keep butter cold for a flaky streusel texture. Preheat the skillet to get a crisp edge. Watch the topping closely during the last 10 minutes of baking and tent with foil if it browns too fast. Let the crisp rest before serving to avoid hot fruit spills. Drain excess liquid from peaches if very juicy to prevent soggy topping.

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