Recipe: Pecan Bourbon Peach Crisp

This Pecan Bourbon Peach Crisp is a Southern-inspired dessert that’s easy to make and sure to become a holiday favorite. I used canned peaches which adds a touch of convenience without compromising the rich, homemade flavors.

Whether you’re hosting a festive dinner or craving a cozy treat, this Southern-inspired crisp is a delightful addition to your holiday menu. Happy baking and happy holidays.

Pecan Bourbon Peach Crisp

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 Serves: 8

Ingredients

For the peach filling:

• 2 15-ounce cans sliced peaches drained
• 2 & ½ tablespoons bourbon
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ cup light brown sugar packed
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch

For the crisp topping:

• 1 stick unsalted butter cut into cubes at room temperature
• ¾ cup old-fashioned oats
• ½ cup pecans finely chopped
• ¾ cup light brown sugar firmly packed
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ¾ cup all-purpose flour
• Optional: Ice cream for serving

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
• In a 10 inch to 12-inch cast iron skillet or 9-by-13-inch baking dish, combine the peaches, bourbon, vanilla, brown sugar, cinnamon and cornstarch.
• Toss well and set aside.

For the pecan crisp topping:

• In a large bowl, combine the oats, pecans, brown sugar, cinnamon and flour.
• Add in the cubed butter.
• Using two forks or a pastry blender, cut the butter into the dry ingredients until mixture resembles a coarse, crumbly texture.
• Sprinkle topping evenly over peaches and bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until the topping is golden brown.
• Let cool for about 10 minutes, then serve warm with ice cream, if desired.

Recipe notes

Nutrition information (1 serving): calories 362, carbohydrates 41 grams, protein 3 grams, fat 14 grams, saturated fat 7 grams, fiber 3 grams, sugar 23 grams, sodium 8.6 milligrams.

Andrea Mathis is a registered dietitian and owner of Beautiful Eats & Things. For more great recipes, visit beautifuleatsandthings.com.