Sweet Peach Cherry Crisp (Printer-Friendly)
A warm dessert with peaches, cherries, and a buttery oat topping that's perfect for summer.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Filling
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2 1/2 cups sliced peaches (about 5 medium peaches)
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2 cups cherries, pitted
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1/3 cup granulated sugar
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2 tablespoons cornstarch
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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Zest of 1 lemon
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Crisp Topping
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1 1/4 cups rolled oats
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1/2 cup packed brown sugar
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed (1/2-inch pieces)
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 cup sliced almonds
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Set the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking.
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In a large bowl, combine sliced peaches, pitted cherries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, lemon zest, ground cinnamon, and salt. Toss gently to evenly coat the fruit mixture. Transfer into a large cast iron skillet or a 9x13-inch baking dish.
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In a separate bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt. Incorporate the cold, cubed butter using a pastry cutter or two knives until mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some lumps of butter remaining. Stir in rolled oats and sliced almonds evenly.
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Evenly distribute the oat-almond topping over the prepared fruit filling in the baking dish.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbling. Allow to cool at least 15 minutes before serving to set the filling.
# Extra Tips:
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Use cold butter cut into flour to avoid a greasy topping. Refrigerate mixed topping if kitchen is warm to maintain texture.
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Toss fruit thoroughly with cornstarch to ensure thickening of the filling during baking.
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The filling thickens as it cools; allow 15 minutes resting time before serving.
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Leftovers soften the topping; reheat in oven for 10-15 minutes to restore crispness.