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Peach Basil Crumble

This peach basil crumble combines juicy, ripe peaches with a buttery, crispy topping infused with fresh basil. The dish is baked until bubbling and golden, offering a contrast between soft fruit and crunchy topping, with a hint of herbaceous aroma. It showcases a simple baking method that highlights seasonal flavors and textures.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups fresh peaches peeled and sliced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh basil chopped
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter cold, cubed
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Pinch salt

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking dish
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife
  • peeler
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Peel and slice the peaches, then place them in a mixing bowl. Add chopped basil, sugar, and lemon juice, tossing gently to combine. Transfer the mixture into a buttered baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Add the cold, cubed butter and use your fingertips or a pastry cutter to mix until the topping resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Sprinkle the crumble mixture evenly over the peach filling, pressing lightly to ensure even coverage. Place the dish in the oven and bake for about 40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbling around the edges.
  4. Remove the crumble from the oven and let it cool slightly. The aroma of baked peaches and toasted spices will fill your kitchen as it cools and the topping crisps up further.
  5. Serve the peach basil crumble warm, perhaps with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream to complement the fruity flavors and crispy topping.

Notes

For a more intense basil flavor, add extra chopped basil before baking or sprinkle fresh basil on top just before serving. You can also substitute nectarines or apricots for a variation. Keep an eye on the topping in the last few minutes to prevent over-browning.