Healthy Peach Crisp with Oat Topping and Pecans

Sweet juicy peaches, cinnamon, oats, and roasted pecans make this Healthy Peach Crisp simply irresistible!

One of the things I associate August with is peach season! I always make a point to go peach picking every year because seriously, nothing beats a fresh, juicy peach. Mmm... The healthy peach dessert that my family looks forward to most and devours would be my peach crisp!

What makes this peach crisp healthy?

Peaches are a good source of fiber and vitamin C.

Oats, like peaches, are a good source of soluble fiber, which can help lower cholesterol levels, regulate blood sugars, and promote digestive health.

Pecans are packed full of antioxidants, fiber, and minerals. They are also an excellent source of monounsaturated fat, a type of fat that may help promote heart health.

Flaxseed - Ground Flaxseed (also known as flax meal) is a good source of protein, fiber, and omega-3 fatty acids, which can help promote brain and heart health.

Hemp Hearts - Hemp hearts are the soft, inner part of hemp seeds. They are also a good source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids.

You can purchase a flax-hemp mix and avoid having to purchase them separately.

Can I substitute canned or frozen peaches in this recipe?

Yes, absolutely! When using frozen peaches, just be sure to thaw them thoroughly prior to baking. I recommend placing a bag of frozen peach slices in the refrigerator overnight to thaw. As for canned peaches, choose those packed in water or juice (no heavy syrup) and drain them.

Is it necessary to peel my peaches for a crisp?

Not at all! The skins on peaches are thin and will soften while baking. I prefer to leave the skin on because it is less of a hassle, and they do add some pretty color. If you'd rather not keep the skin on, that's perfectly okay too.

How to make this recipe

First, preheat your oven to 350 degrees.

Next, slice the peaches and add them to a large mixing bowl. Add 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon of flour, and ¼ teaspoon of cinnamon. Toss to coat and then add the peaches to an 8x8 baking dish. You could also use a 9x9 baking dish or a pie plate.

For the topping - add the ½ cup oats, ¼ cup flour, ¼ brown sugar, 1 tablespoon flaxseed, 1 tablespoon hemp hearts, and ½ teaspoon cinnamon to the mixing bowl and combine. Using a pastry cutter or fork, cut the butter into the dry mixture until combined and crumbly. Stir in ½ cup of chopped pecans and then spread evenly over the peaches.

Bake for 40 minutes or until golden brown, and the peaches are bubbly on the edges.

Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon, if desired. It is also fantastic for breakfast and can be served cold too.

Enjoy!

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• Grilled Pineapple
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Healthy Peach Crisp with Oat Topping and Pecans

Author: Hoorah to Health

Sweet juicy peaches, cinnamon, oats, and roasted pecans make this Healthy Peach Crisp simply irresistible!

5 from 6 votes

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 40 minutes mins

Total Time 55 minutes mins

Course Breakfast, Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 8

Calories 216 kcal

Ingredients

  

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Peach Filling

• 5 Peaches sliced (5 cups)
• 1 Tablespoon Granulated Sugar
• 1 Tablespoon All-Purpose Flour
• ¼ teaspoon Cinnamon

Oat Topping

• ½ cup Oats old fashioned rolled
• ¼ cup All-Purpose Flour
• ¼ cup Brown Sugar
• 1 Tablespoon Flaxseed ground
• 1 Tablespoon Hemp Hearts
• ½ teaspoon Cinnamon
• 4 Tablespoons Butter cold and cut into small cubes
• ½ cup Pecans chopped

Instructions

 

Peach Filling

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
• Slice the peaches and add them to a large mixing bowl.
• Add 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon of flour, and ¼ teaspoon of cinnamon. Toss to coat and then add the peaches to an 8x8 baking dish.

Oat Topping

• Add ½ cup oats, ¼ cup flour, ¼ brown sugar, 1 tablespoon flaxseed, 1 tablespoon hemp hearts, and ½ teaspoon cinnamon to the mixing bowl and combine.
• Using a pastry cutter or fork, cut the butter into the dry mixture until combined and crumbly.
• Stir in the chopped pecans and then spread evenly over the peaches.
• Bake for 40 minutes or until golden brown and the peaches are bubbly on the edges.
• Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream and a sprinkling of cinnamon, if desired.

Notes

• You may substitute frozen peaches. Just be sure they are completely thawed, I would recommend placing a bag of frozen peaches in the refrigerator overnight.
• You may substitute canned peaches. Choose those packed in water or juice (no heavy syrup) and drain.
• Peeling your peaches is not necessary! The skins are thin and will soften while baking.
• A 9x9 baking dish or pie plate may also be used.
• You can purchase a flax-hemp mix and avoid having to purchase them separately.
• May serve warm or cold. It's also great for breakfast!

Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 8.Calories: 216kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 53mgPotassium: 241mgFiber: 3gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 490IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 26mgIron: 1mg