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Peach Blueberry Crisp With Toasted Pecan Topping

This peach blueberry crisp combines sun-ripened fruit with a crunchy, buttery pecan topping for the perfect seasonal dessert.

4.5(330 reviews)
·By Ethan Brooks·
Peach Blueberry Crisp With Toasted Pecan Topping — American Dessert served and photographed from above
Prep
20 min
Cook
45 min
Difficulty
Easy
Serves
8

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Initial Setup

  1. 1

    Preheat Oven

    Set your oven to 190°C (375°F) and lightly grease a 9x9 inch baking dish or a 2-quart gratin dish with butter.

    Tip: Using a glass or ceramic dish helps the bottom of the fruit cook evenly without scorching.

How to Make Peach Blueberry Crisp With Toasted Pecan Topping

Total time: 1 h 5 min · Yields 8 servings

  1. 1

    Prepare the Fruit Filling

    In a large mixing bowl, toss the sliced peaches and blueberries with the granulated sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla. Stir gently until the fruit is evenly coated and the cornstarch is no longer visible.

  2. 2

    Mix the Dry Topping

    In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, chopped pecans, cinnamon, and salt. Ensure there are no large clumps of brown sugar.

  3. 3

    Cut in the Butter

    Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces remaining.

  4. 4

    Assemble the Crisp

    Pour the fruit mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it into an even layer. Sprinkle the pecan topping uniformly over the fruit, covering as much surface area as possible.

  5. 5

    Bake Until Bubbly

    Place the dish in the center of the oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes. The topping should be deep golden brown and the fruit juices should be bubbling thick around the edges.

  6. 6

    Rest Before Serving

    Remove from the oven and let the crisp sit for at least 15 minutes. This cooling period allows the fruit juices to set, preventing a watery consistency.

Chef's Tips

  • Keep the skin on the peaches for extra color and nutrients, or blanch them briefly in boiling water to peel easily.
  • Ensure your butter is very cold to achieve a distinct crumble texture rather than a paste.
  • If the pecans start browning too quickly, tent the dish loosely with aluminum foil for the last 10 minutes.

What to Serve with Peach Blueberry Crisp With Toasted Pecan Topping

The garlic butter sauce is the star — pick sides that soak it up or balance the richness.

  • Serve warm with vanilla ice cream
  • Add a drizzle of salted caramel
  • Pair with a glass of chilled dessert wine

Recipe Variations

Once you've mastered the base recipe, try these popular twists.

Variation

Substitute pecans with walnuts or slivered almonds.

Variation

Add 1 tsp of freshly grated ginger to the fruit for a spicy kick.

Variation

Use frozen fruit if fresh is unavailable, but increase cornstarch by 1 tsp to handle extra moisture.

Storage & Reheating

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10 minutes to restore the topping's crunch.

Further reading

Frequently asked questions

Can I make peach blueberry crisp ahead of time?

You can prepare the topping and the fruit separately up to a day in advance. Do not combine them until you are ready to bake to prevent the topping from getting soggy.

Why is my peach blueberry crisp watery?

Wateriness usually occurs if the fruit was exceptionally juicy or if the crisp didn't bake long enough for the cornstarch to activate and thicken the juices.

Do I need to peel the peaches?

Peeling is optional. The skins soften significantly during baking and provide a lovely pink hue to the filling, but you can remove them if you prefer a smoother texture.

Can I use quick oats instead of rolled oats?

Yes, but the texture will be less chewy. Rolled oats (old-fashioned) are preferred for the most traditional crisp topping.

Is this recipe gluten-free?

As written, it contains all-purpose flour. You can make it gluten-free by substituting a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend and ensuring your oats are certified gluten-free.

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