By Wendy Stoltz / Last Modified On January 29, 2023

Gluten-free peach crisp is tender, with sweet peaches, and crunchy crisp topping that's so simple to make. This gluten-free peach crisp recipe can be made with fresh or frozen peaches. Perfect for peach season, you'll make it all season long!

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GLUTEN-FREE PEACH CRISP RECIPE

One of my favorite things about crisps is that they are super simple to make and are the perfect summer dessert. Prep the filling, prep the crisp topping, and then bake. You can enjoy this gluten-free peach crisp plain or top it with fresh whipped cream or ice cream.

You can make this gluten-free peach crisp with fresh or frozen peaches. If you use fresh peaches, make sure to remove the skin before you slice your peaches. If you use frozen peaches, I recommend you thaw them and remove any excess liquid before you prepare the peach filling.

WHY YOU’RE GOING TO LOVE THIS GLUTEN-FREE PEACH CRISP

Easy to make - Crisps are a super easy summer recipe to make. (If you ask me) they are even tastier than cobblers. This gluten-free peach crisp is amazing! You don't need a food processor to make this dish.

Comfort food - It's warm, luscious and the best comfort food!

Best recipe - It's the best peach crisp I've ever had, and I get asked regularly for the recipe. 

INGREDIENTS IN GLUTEN-FREE PEACH CRISP

Peaches - Use fresh or frozen ripe peaches.

Flour - 1 ½ cups all-purpose gluten-free flour blend. You can use Bob's Red Mill Gluten Free 1-to-1 Baking Flour. I do not use oat flour or almond flour. I like to add rolled oats.

Cornstarch - 2 tablespoons cornstarch.

Oats - ½ cup gluten-free rolled oats. This is different from oat flour. 

Sugar - I've used granulated white sugar and brown sugar.

Spices - I used cinnamon and freshly grated nutmeg.

Butter - Use unsalted butter

Extract - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract.

EQUIPMENT NEEDED FOR THIS GLUTEN-FREE PEACH CRISP

Baking dish - Use a 8-inch square baking dish.

Mixing bowls - These Pyrex mixing bowls are useful.

Pastry blender (or two forks) - Having a nice pastry blender is very handy for this recipe. But if you don't have one on hand, two forks also does the job.

If you have any questions about making gluten-free peach crisp, please leave a comment and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

HOW TO MAKE GLUTEN-FREE PEACH CRISP

1. For the peach filling: Add the peaches, sugar, cornstarch and vanilla extract to your prepared baking dish. Stir until combined.
2. For the crisp topping: Add the brown sugar, flour, oats, cinnamon and nutmeg to a medium mixing bowl.
3. Stir until combined. (No need to use a food processor).
4. Add butter pieces.
5. With a pastry blender or two forks, cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
6. Evenly sprinkle the topping over the peach filling and bake as directed.

These numbered steps match the numbered photos above and are for illustration purposes. For the complete list of ingredients and instructions in gluten-free peach crisp, please see the complete recipe below.

HOW DO YOU PEEL FRESH PEACHES?

Place 2-3 peaches at a time into a pot of boiling water. Blanch them in the water for 20-30 seconds and then remove them to an ice-water bath. The ice water bath will keep the peach flesh from cooking. The skin should peel right off.

HOW DO I STORE GLUTEN-FREE PEACH CRISP?

You can store the gf peach crisp in an airtight container for up to 4 days. I do, however, prefer serving it and eating it immediately if possible as it does go soggy after about an hour.

CAN I FREEZE GLUTEN-FREE PEACH CRISP?

I have not tried it yet. But as mentioned it is best to serve it out of the oven. I would imagine the top will go soggy and mushy.

CAN YOU MAKE THIS GLUTEN-FREE PEACH CRISP AHEAD OF TIME?

No, I do not recommend baking it ahead of time. You can prepare the filling, then once ready to bake make the topping.

SUBSTITUTIONS FOR GLUTEN-FREE PEACH CRISP

Peaches - You can use frozen or fresh peaches.

Cornstarch-free - You can use arrowroot starch or super fine white rice flour in place of the cornstarch.

Vanilla Extract - If you don't have vanilla extract, you can leave it out or use almond extract.

Dairy-free - For a dairy-free option, use dairy-free butter.

Oat-free - Can't have oats? No problem. Use chopped nuts. The texture and flavors will be slightly different, but you should still get a nice crunch. Slivered almonds and chopped pecans work well in this recipe.

Vegan - You would need to replace the butter to vegan butter. Some vegan butter is highly processed so check your labels. 

Coconut sugar - You can replace the brown sugar with coconut sugar if you prefer it.

Almond flour - This recipe has not been tested with almond flour.

CAN I USE CANNED PEACHES FOR GLUTEN-FREE PEACH CRISP?

Yes, you can use canned peaches to make this gluten-free peach crisp, although it won't come out quite the same.

Drain the canned peaches before adding them to the pan with the cornstarch and vanilla. Also note that the filling will be softer since the peaches were cooked and processed before canning.

If you want to prevent the canned peaches from turning too soft during baking, consider placing the prepared peach crisp under the broiler to crisp the topping versus baking it.

GLUTEN-FREE PEACH CRISP REHEATING TIPS

There are a few ways to eat your gluten-free peach crisp warmed up. The first one is to use a microwave for about 30 seconds (no longer than 45) in a glass bowl. You can also preheat your oven to 350F and warm it up for 10 minutes until your dessert is warm. 

HOW TO MAKE GLUTEN-FREE PEACH CRISP TOPPING WITHOUT OATS

If you want to avoid oats in your gf peach crisp, you can replace ½ cup of gluten-free oats with an equal amount of quinoa flakes or ¼ cup of additional all-purpose gluten-free flour. 

CAN YOU USE OTHER FRUIT ALTERNATIVES IN THIS GLUTEN-FREE PEACH DESSERT?

Yes, you can change up the fruit layer. Use a mixture of berries or we love using peaches and blueberries. If you prefer blueberries, give my gluten-free blueberry cobbler a try.

WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN GF PEACH CRISP AND GF PEACH CRUMBLE?

Gluten-free peach crisp is made with a topping that is smaller and crisps more in the oven. On the other hand, a peach crumble has a much thicker topping. I personally don't see these differences so vital, but these two desserts are definitely not the same. And if you like this gf peach crisp, make sure you also try my gluten-free peach cobbler as well!

CAN YOU USE FROZEN PEACHES IN PLACE OF FRESH?

Yes, you can make this gluten-free peach crisp recipe with frozen peaches. But you don't want them to become too mushy, so don't defrost them. Instead, follow the recipe as if you were using fresh peaches. One of the best tips is to find frozen peach chunks and use them as fresh peaches. If you can't find chunks, break larger pieces in half. 

WHY IS MY GLUTEN-FREE PEACH CRISP SOGGY?

The longer your peach crisp sits, the more it soaks in the peach juice. That's why it's best to serve it within an hour after taking it out of the oven. Also, add a bit more cornstarch to thicken the peach layer. 

Did you make this gluten-free peach crisp? Please leave a comment below letting me know what you thought and if you used fresh, frozen, or canned peaches.

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Yield: 8 servings

Gluten-Free Peach Crisp

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A simple gluten-free peach crisp recipe with tender, sweet peaches and crunchy crisp topping. This gluten-free peach crisp recipe can be made with fresh or frozen peaches.

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes

Additional Time 15 minutes

Total Time 55 minutes

Ingredients

For the peach filling:

• 5 cups fresh or frozen and thawed peach slices
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon gluten-free vanilla extract

For the crisp topping:

• ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
• ½ cup all-purpose gluten-free flour blend (I used Bob's Red Mill 1-to-1)
• ½ cup gluten-free quick oats (make sure they are gluten free)
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• ⅓ cup butter, softened

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Position the oven rack in the center of the oven. Lightly spray or grease an 8x8x2” square baking pan.
2. For the peach filling: Add the peaches, sugar, cornstarch and vanilla extract to your prepared pan. Stir until combined.
3. For the crisp topping: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar, flour, oats, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
4. With a pastry blender or two forks, cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
5. Evenly sprinkle the topping over the peach filling.
6. Bake for 25 minutes or until the topping is golden brown.
7. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. Best day of. Store at room temperature for up to 2 days.

Notes

• You can use frozen or fresh peaches.
• You can use arrowroot starch in place of the cornstarch.
• If you don't have vanilla extract, you can leave it out or use almond extract.
• For a dairy-free option, use dairy-free butter.
• Can't have oats? No problem. Use chopped nuts. The texture and flavors will be slightly different, but you should still get a nice crunch. Slivered almonds and chopped pecans work well in this gluten-free peach crisp recipe.
  

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

8

Serving Size:

½ cup
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 262Total Fat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 66mgCarbohydrates: 46gFiber: 2gSugar: 31gProtein: 3g

This nutrition info is based on the exact ingredients and brands that I used a the time. It may not be 100% accurate. Please check your ingredients nutrition labels.