Save 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 has been a family favorite ever since I first served it at a summer picnic; the balance of sweet peaches and spicy ginger is simply delightful.
Ingredients
- Fruit Filling: 900 g (6 cups) ripe peaches peeled pitted and sliced (fresh or canned drained), 80 g (⅓ cup) granulated sugar, 2 tbsp cornstarch, 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger, 1 tbsp lemon juice, ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Crumble Topping: 140 g (1 cup) all-purpose flour, 100 g (½ cup) light brown sugar packed, ½ tsp ground ginger, ¼ tsp ground cinnamon, ¼ tsp salt, 115 g (½ cup) unsalted butter cold and cubed
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Lightly grease a 23 cm (9-inch) baking dish.
- Prepare Filling:
- 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.
- Make Topping:
- 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.
- Assemble:
- Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the peach filling.
- Bake:
- Bake for 35 minutes or until the topping is golden and the filling is bubbling around the edges.
- Cool and Serve:
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 10–15 minutes before serving. Serve warm optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Save This recipe has become our go-to dessert for family gatherings especially during the peach season.
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 sweet finish to any meal and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Your Questions Answered
- → Can I use frozen peaches instead?
Yes, thaw and drain frozen peaches well before using to avoid excess moisture affecting the topping.
- → How do I achieve a crisp crumble topping?
Use cold butter cut into flour and sugar until crumbly, then bake until golden for a crunchy texture.
- → What can I substitute for fresh ginger?
Ground ginger works as a substitute but use sparingly to keep the flavor balanced.
- → How to make this dish gluten-free?
Replace all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend suitable for baking.
- → What serving suggestions complement this dessert?
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream, Greek yogurt, or custard to enhance the flavors.