ITALIAN STYLE AMARETTO-PEACH CRISP

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Peach crisp goes to Italy. This is so good! Frozen peaches work well in this, so keep this in mind in the dead of winter, when you need to be reminded of summer. For a lovely variation, try using pitted sweet cherries (fresh or frozen) in combination with the peaches or by themselves. Recipe from Mollie Katzen.

Provided by BecR2400

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 lbs fresh sliced peaches (or frozen)
2 teaspoons lemon zest
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons amaretto liqueur (optional)
36 amaretti cookies (crunchy Italian almond macaroons)
1 cup sliced almonds
1/4 cup brown sugar crystals (optional)
1/2 cup butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Arrange the peach slices in an 8x8-inch pan or a gratin dish. (NOTE: If you are using frozen peaches, you don't need to defrost them first, but you do need to separate them.) Sprinkle with lemon zest, lemon juice, and Amaretto, if desired.
  • Place the amaretti in a food processor and grind into crumbs with a few short bursts. Add the almonds during the last burst or two, so they get broken up but not finely ground. Stir in the optional sugar, if desired. (If you are in need of a little exercise, you can bypass the food processor. Put the cookies in a plastic bag and whack them mercilessly with a rolling pin. Add the almonds and optional sugar, and shake well.)(NOTE: I skip this step. Instead, I just add the cookies to the butter mixture (the cookies will soften in the melted butter/liquids). Mix and crush with a wooden spoon).
  • Transfer the cookie mixture to a bowl, pour in the melted butter, and mix with a fork until well combined. Sprinkle the topping over the peaches, patting it into place.
  • Bake for 25 minutes, or until golden. Serve warm, at room temperature, or cold, plain or `a la mode.

Rob Matheney
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This crisp is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of peaches and amaretto. The topping is crispy and flavorful, and the filling is juicy and sweet. I highly recommend this recipe.


Nima Nima
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I've made this crisp several times and it's always a hit. The peaches are always perfectly cooked and the topping is crispy and delicious. I love that I can use fresh or frozen peaches, depending on what I have on hand.


Ivan Lopezc
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This is a great recipe for a summer dessert. The peaches are fresh and juicy, and the amaretto adds a nice touch of flavor. The crisp topping is the perfect finishing touch.


Bila Qazi
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. The peaches are always juicy and sweet, and the topping is crispy and flavorful. I always get compliments when I make this dish.


Rana Farhan
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This was my first time making a crisp and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow and the crisp was delicious. I used fresh peaches from my garden and they were so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Mubeen Durrani
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I made this crisp for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The peaches were perfectly ripe and the amaretto added a lovely almond flavor. The crisp topping was crispy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Devisara Basnet
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This was a delicious and easy-to-make dessert. The peaches were perfectly ripe and the amaretto added a lovely flavor. The crisp topping was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Maddy Shrider
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This crisp is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of peaches and amaretto. The topping is crispy and flavorful, and the filling is juicy and sweet. I highly recommend this recipe.


Michael Mulkey
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I've made this crisp several times and it's always a hit. The peaches are always perfectly cooked and the topping is crispy and delicious. I love that I can use fresh or frozen peaches, depending on what I have on hand.


Life Character Science जिवन चरित्र विज्ञान (Human Consciousness)
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This is a great recipe for a summer dessert. The peaches are fresh and juicy, and the amaretto adds a nice touch of flavor. The crisp topping is the perfect finishing touch.


Abdullah Soonro
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. The peaches are always juicy and sweet, and the topping is crispy and flavorful. I always get compliments when I make this dish.


Wame Rachobo
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This was my first time making a crisp and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow and the crisp was delicious. I used fresh peaches from my garden and they were so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Sajjana Kalhara
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I made this crisp for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The peaches were perfectly ripe and the amaretto added a lovely almond flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Zebi Mangat
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This amaretto peach crisp was a delight! The flavors of the peaches, amaretto, and almonds blended perfectly. The topping was crispy and flavorful, and the filling was juicy and sweet. I would definitely make this again.