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Fresh Peach Crumble

A delightful summer dessert featuring sweet peaches topped with a buttery crumb mixture, perfect for gatherings or quiet evenings at home.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the fruit base
  • 4 cups Fresh peach slices Ripe and sweet peaches provide the foundation of the dessert.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice Enhances the flavor of the peaches.
For the crumb topping
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour Essential for creating the crumb topping texture.
  • 1/2 cup Brown sugar Adds a rich depth and caramel flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances the sweetness of the crumble topping.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Softened to mix with dry ingredients to form crumbs.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
  2. Grease and flour an 8-inch square baking pan.
  3. Evenly lay out the peach slices in the prepared pan, covering the bottom.
  4. Drizzle the lemon juice over the arranged peach slices.
Making the Crumb Topping
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, and salt until well combined.
  2. Cut softened butter into the dry mixture until the texture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Sprinkle the crumb mixture evenly over the arranged peaches in the pan.
Baking
  1. Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the topping is golden brown.
  2. Remove the crumble from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
  3. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream if desired.

Notes

Consider using a mix of different fruits or adding spices like cinnamon for extra warmth. Watch baking time carefully for a perfect golden crust.