Peach & Blackberry Basil Crisp
Get ready to swoon over this warm, juicy fruit crisp that mixes sweet peaches and blackberries with a surprise twist of fragrant basil. Topped with a crunchy oat topping. it’s a farm-to-table dessert you’ll crave all season.
Ingredients
- 3 large peaches, peeled, pitted, and sliced
- 1 cup fresh blackberries
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, finely chopped
- Juice of ½ lemon
- 1/3 cup light brown sugar, divided
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1/4 cup chilled unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, toss sliced peaches, blackberries, basil, lemon juice, and 2 tablespoons brown sugar. Transfer mixture to a greased 8x8 inch baking dish.
2. In a separate bowl, combine oats, flour, cinnamon (if using), and remaining 1 tablespoon brown sugar. Cut in chilled butter using a pastry cutter or fingers until mixture is crumbly and pea-sized.
3. Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the fruit mixture.
4. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and the fruit is bubbling.
5. Serve with vanilla ice cream, fresh whipped cream, or sliced strawberries.
Wine Pairing
A fruity and lively Moscato d’Asti or a chilled, sparkling Brachetto d’Acqui complements the lush peaches and berries while enhancing the herbal basil notes — pure bliss in a glass!
