Julia Roberts’ Fresh Peach Crisp recipe is perfect for dessert

Fresh peach Crisp with ice cream. PHOTO: Stock image

Actress Julia Roberts, renowned for her magnetic film roles including “Eat Pray Love” where cooking and food play a central role, also shines in the kitchen with her comforting, home-style dishes.

Her Fresh Peach Crisp, highlighted in Good Housekeeping, captures her affection for straightforward, tasty desserts that echo her Southern upbringing. With luscious peaches topped with a crunchy layer, this dish is perfect for bringing families together or for a snug evening at home.

Sized right for four people, it keeps all the loved flavors that Julia enjoys.

Ingredients

Peaches: 1.5 lbs, firm-ripe, pitted and cut into 1-inch chunks
Fresh Lemon Juice: 2 tbsp
Scotch Whisky: 2 tbsp
Granulated Sugar: 2 tbsp
Brown Sugar, packed: 6 tbsp
Butter: 6 tbsp, cut up
All-Purpose Flour: 3/4 cup
Cinnamon: 1/2 tsp

Directions

STEP 1
Prepare the Oven and Dish: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Grease an 8″ x 8″ glass baking dish.

STEP 2
Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, toss the peaches with the lemon juice. Add the whisky, granulated sugar, and 2 tbsp of brown sugar; toss again to coat evenly. Spread the peach mixture in the prepared baking dish and dot with 1 tbsp of the butter.

STEP 3
Make the Topping: In the same bowl used for the peaches, combine the flour, cinnamon, and the remaining 4 tbsp of brown sugar. Using a pastry blender or your fingers, cut in the remaining 5 tbsp of butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gently press the crumbs together to form small clumps.

STEP 4
Bake the Crisp: Sprinkle the topping evenly over the peach mixture. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the peaches are bubbly and hot.

STEP 5
Cool and Serve: Allow the crisp to cool for about 20 minutes. Serve warm, optionally pairing it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or frozen yogurt for an extra special touch.