Easy and versatile peach crumble with tangy orange is a perfect dessert for you to try this peach season! This Peach and Orange Crumble combines juicy fresh peaches, bright citrus and a buttery golden crumble topping for an easy and delicious summer dessert.
This Peach and Orange Crumble is the kind of easy summer dessert that lets seasonal fruit do all the hard work. Juicy ripe peaches are baked with fresh orange peel and a touch of jaggery until soft, fragrant, and lightly caramelised. The fruit is then topped with a buttery golden crumble that bakes up crisp and crunchy, creating the perfect contrast of textures.
If you’re looking for a simple peach dessert for peach season, this crumble is hard to beat. It comes together with pantry staples, requires no pastry-making skills, and fills the kitchen with the aroma of peaches, citrus, and butter as it bakes.
The sweetness of peaches and the bright citrus notes of orange make a surprisingly delicious pairing. The orange lifts the flavour of the peaches without overpowering them, resulting in a dessert that tastes fresh, light, and unmistakably summery.
Serve this peach crumble warm from the oven with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or even thick Greek yogurt for an effortless dessert that’s perfect for family dinners, summer gatherings, or lazy weekend baking. Just Peachyyy!! The sweetness of fuzzy peaches and the citrus of the orange work wonderfully together in this recipe.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Perfect for peach season.
- Easy to make with simple pantry ingredients.
- No pastry or pie crust required.
- The orange adds a bright citrus flavour that complements the peaches beautifully.
- Can be made with jaggery, brown sugar or regular sugar.
- Delicious served warm or cold.
- Great for family dinners, summer entertaining or potlucks.
How To Tell If A Peach Is Ripe?
A ripe peach should smell sweet and fragrant and feel slightly soft when gently pressed. Colour isn’t always a reliable indicator of ripeness. If your peaches are still firm, leave them at room temperature for a day or two to ripen. Once ripe, store them in the refrigerator until you’re ready to use them.
Recipe Variations
- Adjust the jaggery to suit your taste or replace it with brown sugar or granulated sugar.
- Substitute whole wheat flour for all-purpose flour for a nuttier crumble topping.
- Use orange zest instead of orange peel for a stronger citrus flavour.
- Add a handful of blueberries to create a peach and blueberry crumble.
- Serve with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or Greek yogurt.
- Fresh peaches work best, but well-drained canned peaches can also be used when peaches are out of season.
Serving Suggestions
This peach and orange crumble is best served warm, straight from the oven. Pair it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the classic combination, or serve it with whipped cream, custard, or thick Greek yogurt for an equally delicious dessert.
Storage Instructions
Store leftover peach crumble in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Enjoy it cold, or reheat individual portions in the microwave or oven before serving.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use canned peaches?
Yes. Drain them well before using. Fresh peaches provide the best flavour and texture, but canned peaches work well when peaches are out of season.
Can I make this crumble ahead of time?
Yes. Assemble the fruit filling and crumble topping separately and refrigerate until ready to bake. Alternatively, assemble the entire crumble a few hours ahead and bake just before serving.
What’s the difference between a crumble and a crisp?
Traditionally, a crumble has a topping made from flour, butter and sugar, while a crisp usually contains oats. Today, the terms are often used interchangeably.
Why is my peach crumble watery?
Peaches release a lot of juice as they bake, especially very ripe peaches. Allow the crumble to rest for 10–15 minutes after baking so the juices can thicken before serving.
Do I need to peel the peaches?
No. The peach skins soften as the crumble bakes and add colour, flavour and texture to the finished dessert.
Can I freeze peach crumble?
Yes. Once completely cooled, freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat before serving.
Can I use frozen peaches?
Yes. Thaw the peaches first and drain any excess liquid before using them in the recipe. This helps prevent the filling from becoming too watery.
How do I know when the crumble is done baking?
The crumble is ready when the topping is golden brown and the fruit filling is bubbling around the edges of the baking dish.
Like this recipe? Check out more Fruity recipes –
Peach & Orange Crumble
Course: DessertCuisine: British, GlobalDifficulty: Easy4
servings20
minutes40
minutesA simple Peach and Orange Crumble made with fresh peaches, orange peel, jaggery and a buttery crumble topping. Perfect served warm with vanilla ice cream during peach season.
Ingredients
5-6 Peaches, sliced
1 tbsp Lemon Juice
3 tbsp Jaggery powder
1 tsp Orange peels
- Crumble Topping
90 g All purpose flour
45 g Jaggery Powder
90 g Cold butter, cubed
3 tbsp Rolled Oats, optional
Directions
- Preheat oven to 190°C. In a large bowl, combine peach slices, jaggery, lemon juice and orange peels.
- In a medium bowl, combine flour, Jaggery/brown sugar and cold butter. Rub between hands till the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Pour peaches and juices into an 8 inch baking dish. Sprinkle crumb topping evenly over peaches.
- Bake until topping is golden and peaches are bubbling, 45 to 50 minutes in the preheated oven.
- Serve warm with scoops of Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. (optional)
Did you enjoy reading this? We’d love for you to rate it below under ‘rate this’ or in the comment section. Thanks!