Peach and Almond Crisp (gluten free)
User Reviews
3.8
Peach and Almond Crisp (gluten free)
Description
The Peach and Almond Crisp layers freshly peeled and sliced ripe peaches that are lightly tossed in lemon juice to maintain brightness and prevent browning. The topping consists of almond flour blended with brown sugar, sliced almonds, unsalted butter, and almond extract combined until crumbly by hand. This nut-based topping provides a gluten-free alternative to traditional oat or flour crisps, delivering a rich almond flavor and pleasing crunch.
Baking at 375°F until the topping is browned and the fruit juices bubble creates a warm dessert with a crisp, nutty crust contrasting the soft, sweet peaches beneath. The lemon juice adds a slight tang that complements the natural sweetness of the peaches and enhances flavor complexity.
This crisp can be served hot with accompaniments like crème fraîche, whipped cream, heavy cream, or ice cream. Vanilla bean ice cream pairs particularly well, adding cool creaminess against the warm fruit and crunchy topping.
Watch the topping as it bakes to prevent over-browning, covering with foil partway through if necessary. The recipe offers a straightforward gluten-free option for a classic fruit crisp with an almond twist.
Ingredients
- 5 peach 6 ripe peaches
- lemon juice of half
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup almonds sliced
- 6 Tbsp butter room temperature, unsalted
- 1 tsp almond extract
Instructions
- Set oven to 375F
- Peel and slice the peaches, Toss them with the lemon juice and spread out in an oval gratin style baking dish, or a 9x9 square.
- Mix the almond flour, sugar, almonds, butter and almond extract with your fingers until well mixed and crumbly. Crumble over the peaches.
- Bake for about 30 minutes until bubbling and browned on top. Cover with foil halfway through if the top is getting too brown.
- Serve hot with creme fraiche, heavy cream, whipped cream or ice cream.
Notes
- Top with whipped yogurt, whipped cream, crème fraîche, or ice cream for added richness.
- Vanilla bean ice cream pairs especially well with this almond and peach crisp.
- Cover with foil halfway through baking to avoid excessively browning the topping.
- Use fully ripe peaches for best sweetness and flavor in the crisp.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
3.8
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