Peach Scones

I had some peaches that were on the verge of going bad. Generally, when I have any fruit that I need to use up quickly I throw it in a smoothie or make it into a bake or crisp. I debated turning them into a peach crisp but I know that peach crisp never lives up to the high expectations that apple crisp has set for it and I would just be disappointed. I was at a lost for what to make with them when I came across this post from Cupcakes For Breakfast.  Cupcakes for Breakfast is one of my new favourite blogs.  I feel like I can really relate to Nikki and she always posts beautiful photos of delicious looking food. I had yet to actually try my hand at making on of her recipes.  

These peach scones did not disappoint. Sometimes scones can get too dry but these were the perfect texture and just the right amount of sweetness. I used a pastry cutter to make the batter and I am so glad I picked up this little inexpensive gadget. It will turn making pie crusts into a breeze this fall. 

These scones are wonderful alone or with a cup of tea! 

Jaclyn

Peach Crisp

Lately it seems like there are peaches EVERY where! Is it just me or have peaches been extra delicious this year? I walked past a display of them at the grocery store and couldn't help myself from buying a basket. They were extremely fragrant and my mouth immediately began to water. I just had to have some. 

Turns out a basket of peaches is a lot for one person to eat alone. Who knew? So I decided to make one of my favourite fruit desserts (and by dessert I mean breakfast, because I have been totally eating for breakfast all week with Greek Yogurt).    

Peach Crisp Recipe 

Adapted from How Sweet It Is. 

Ingredients: 

3  peaches, thinly sliced

2 tablespoons loosely packed brown sugar

1/4 teaspoon salt

crumble

1/3 cup old-fashioned oats

1/3 cup loosely packed brown sugar

1/3 cup all-purpose flour

1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon salt

3 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature

Directions: 

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Lay peaches in a baking dish and sprinkle with brown sugar and salt. Toss to coat, then set aside.

In a large bowl, combine oats, flour, sugar, cinnamon and salt, stirring to mix. Mash in softened butter using a fork or your hands, until coarse crumbles remain. Sprinkle topping all over peaches. Bake for 30-35 minutes, until crumble is golden on top. Serve immediately with ice cream or yogurt.

It smelt sooooo good coming out of the oven. It was the perfect amount of crumble to peaches (because the crumble is really the best part). 

What is your favourite peach recipe?
Jaclyn