Skillet Peach Crumble Recipe for Summer Desserts

Indulge in a warm, comforting dessert that captures the taste of summer: Simple Skillet Peach Crumble. Juicy peaches are paired with a buttery, spiced oat crumble and baked until golden and bubbling—perfect served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

This skillet peach crumble is straightforward to make and naturally highlights the fruit. Frozen sliced peaches are gently softened in butter with cinnamon and a pinch of salt so they release their juices as they thaw. A little coconut sugar, maple syrup, vanilla, and lemon zest round out the peach filling, while a touch of tapioca or arrowroot flour helps thicken the juices for a perfectly saucy but not runny result.

The topping combines gluten-free old-fashioned oats, gluten-free all-purpose flour, coconut sugar, maple syrup, and chilled diced butter. The mixture is worked until it becomes a coarse, crumbly texture that bakes to a crisp, golden finish. The contrast between the tender, saucy peaches and the crunchy, buttery crumble makes every spoonful memorable.

Serve this peach crumble warm with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or a dollop of Greek yogurt. It’s excellent for casual family dinners, summer get-togethers, or anytime you want a cozy fruit dessert that’s easy to pull together.

Ingredients:

Step-by-Step:

Step one: Preheat the oven to 400℉.

Step two: Start the peaches

Heat a 10- or 12-inch cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the butter and melt, then add the frozen peaches, cinnamon, and salt. Cook, stirring, until the peaches thaw and begin to release their juices, about 5 minutes. Stir in the coconut sugar, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and lemon zest and bring to a simmer. Once simmering, remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle in the tapioca or arrowroot flour, stirring until it dissolves and there are no lumps. Spread the peaches into an even layer and set aside to cool slightly.

Step three: Make the crumble

In a medium bowl, combine the oats, gluten-free flour, coconut sugar, and maple syrup. Add the chilled diced butter and, using your hands or a pastry cutter, work the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture forms coarse crumbs and the butter is evenly distributed. The texture should be crumbly with pea-sized pieces of butter throughout.

Step four: Finish the peach crumble

Evenly sprinkle the crumble topping over the peach layer. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake until the topping is golden and the filling is bubbling, about 20 minutes. If your skillet isn’t oven-safe, transfer the peach mixture to a baking dish before adding the topping.

Step five: Serve and enjoy!

Remove from the oven and let the crumble rest for 5 to 10 minutes to thicken slightly. Serve warm by the spoonful—plain or topped with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or a spoonful of plain Greek yogurt.

Recipe FAQs

I hope this Simple Skillet Peach Crumble delivers the bright flavors and homey comfort of summer whenever you make it. Leave a comment below when you try it—I’d love to hear how yours turns out!

Serving suggestions

Pair this crumble with grilled or roasted main dishes for a complete summer meal. Good choices include grilled chipotle steak nachos, caprese grilled chicken, Monterey melt smash burgers, or cedar plank salmon with corn and serrano butter.