Baked Peach Crisp
This diabetes-friendly Peach Crisp is a delightful dessert that combines the natural sweetness of ripe peaches with a crunchy oat and nut topping. With minimal added sugars and a boost of fiber from flax seeds and oats, it's a heart-healthy treat that can be enjoyed guilt-free.
Servings: 6
Calories: 184.3kcal
Ingredients
For the Filling:
- 3 peach ripe, sliced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- 1 tbsp corn starch optional, for thickening
- ½ tbsp honey optional, based on peach sweetness
For the Topping:
- ½ cup oats large flake rolled oats
- 2 tbsp almond flour
- 3 tbsp flaxseed
- ¼ cup nuts chopped (such as pecans or almonds)
- 2 tbsp coconut oil or unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- ½ tsp cinnamon ground
- ¼ tsp nutmeg ground
- 1 pinch salt
Equipment
- 8x8 inch Round Baking Dish
- Mixing bowl
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking dish or similar.
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced peaches, lemon juice, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and cornstarch (if using). Add honey or a sugar substitute if the peaches need extra sweetness. Toss everything together until the peaches are well-coated. Pour the peach mixture into the prepared baking dish.3 peach, 1 tbsp lemon juice, ½ tsp vanilla extract, ½ tsp cinnamon, 1 tbsp corn starch, ½ tbsp honey
- In a separate bowl, mix together the rolled oats, almond flour, flax seed, chopped nuts, melted coconut oil or butter, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Stir until the mixture is well-combined and crumbly.½ cup oats, 2 tbsp almond flour, 3 tbsp flaxseed, ¼ cup nuts, 2 tbsp coconut oil, 1 tbsp brown sugar, ½ tsp cinnamon, ¼ tsp nutmeg, 1 pinch salt
- Evenly sprinkle the oat topping over the peach filling in the baking dish.
- Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the peach filling is bubbly.
- Allow the peach crisp to cool for a few minutes before serving. This helps the filling set a bit. Serve warm, optionally with a dollop of Greek yogurt.
Cooking Tips
- Peach Selection: Use ripe but firm peaches to ensure the filling is sweet and juicy without becoming mushy.
- Optional Sweeteners: Taste the peaches before adding honey or a sugar substitute, as ripe peaches may not need any additional sweetness.
- Thickening the Filling: Cornstarch is optional but can help thicken the peach filling if the peaches release a lot of juice.
- Nut Substitution: If allergic to nuts, you can substitute with more oats or seeds like sunflower or pumpkin seeds.
- Serving Suggestion: A dollop of Greek yogurt pairs well with this dish and adds a protein boost.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Baked Peach Crisp
Amount per Serving
Calories
184.3
% Daily Value*
Fat
11
g
17
%
Saturated Fat
4.6
g
29
%
Sodium
19.2
mg
1
%
Potassium
188.6
mg
5
%
Carbohydrates
20.4
g
7
%
Fiber
3.8
g
16
%
Sugar
10
g
11
%
Protein
3.8
g
8
%
Vitamin C
4.1
mg
5
%
Calcium
30.1
mg
3
%
Iron
1.1
mg
6
%
Magnesium
43.3
mg
11
%
Zinc
0.8
mg
5
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.