Description
This Blueberry Peach Crumble is a delightful dessert combining juicy blueberries and sweet peaches with a buttery, cinnamon-spiced oat topping. Baked to golden perfection, it offers a comforting mix of tender fruit and crunchy crumble, perfect to serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Ingredients
Fruit Mixture
- 2 cups blueberries
- 2 1/2 cups peeled and sliced peaches (5–6 peaches)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Crumble Topping
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 6 tablespoons cold butter, diced
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure it’s at the perfect temperature for baking the crumble.
- Prepare Fruit Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the blueberries, peeled and sliced peaches, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, granulated sugar, and 1/4 cup flour. Gently toss everything together until the fruit is thoroughly coated. Set this mixture aside to allow the flavors to meld while you prepare the topping.
- Make Crumble Topping: In another large bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup flour, old-fashioned oats, brown sugar, granulated sugar, salt, and cinnamon. Add the diced cold butter and use your fingers to mix it in until you form large crumbly pieces, ensuring a buttery, textured topping.
- Assemble Crumble: Transfer the fruit mixture into a 2-quart ceramic, glass baking dish, or a large cast iron skillet. Evenly sprinkle the prepared crumble topping over the fruit base, covering it completely.
- Bake: Place the baking dish on a large baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, until the crumble topping is browned and crisp and the fruit juices are bubbling. This ensures a perfectly cooked crumble with a golden crust.
- Serve: Allow the crumble to cool slightly, then serve warm or at room temperature. For an indulgent touch, pair it with vanilla ice cream.
Notes
- Use ripe, but firm peaches to avoid mushy texture in the filling.
- Cold butter is essential for a crumbly topping texture.
- Using a baking sheet under the dish helps catch any bubbling juices to prevent oven spills.
- This dessert is best enjoyed fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently before serving to restore crispness.
