I love a good peach dessert in the summertime. When I’m in a hurry or don’t want to turn on the oven, then I make this peach crumble in the microwave. It satisfies my sweet tooth, is ready in minutes, and there’s no baking required!
What is Microwave Peach Crumble?
Microwave peach crumble is a quick and easy fruit dessert that can be made using a microwave instead of a traditional oven.
It consists of sliced fresh peaches (though you can also use canned or frozen) topped with a mixture of butter, flour, sugar, and sometimes nuts to create a crumbly topping. The dessert is cooked in the microwave until the peaches are tender and the topping is set.
While you won’t get quite the same browning and crispiness as the oven, this method offers a convenient way to enjoy a warm, homemade dessert with minimal preparation and cooking time.
Katie’s tip
If you are missing that browned, crispy top but still don’t want to turn on the oven, check out my air fryer peach crumble for an alternative that meets in the middle. It takes longer than the microwave, sure, but you get a more baked texture overall.
What sets a crumble apart from other similar desserts? A peach crumble has a similar streusel-like topping to a microwave peach crisp, but without the oats. While the fruit base is the same as microwave peach cobbler, the cobbler has a more cake-like topping instead.
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Ingredients For Peach Crumble in the Microwave
For the Peach Filling
- 3-4 peaches, peeled, pitted, and sliced (about 2 cups of fruit)
- 2 tsp cornstarch
- 2 tsp lemon juice (or water)
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 2 Tbsp brown sugar
- ½ tsp cinnamon
For the Crumb Topping:
- ½ cup all purpose flour
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup salted butter (softened)
Ingredient Tips and Substitutions
- You can also use an equal amount of frozen (thawed) peaches or canned (in juice; drained) peaches instead of fresh peaches
- If your peaches are very sweet and ripe, you can omit the brown sugar in with the fruit (but still use it in the topping)
- The vanilla can be swapped for other extracts like almond, or raspberry for a melba flavored crumble
How to Make Microwave Peach Crumble
- In a microwave safe bowl (around 1 qt in size), mix the peaches, cornstarch, lemon juice, vanilla, 2 Tbsp brown sugar, and cinnamon
- Cook in the microwave on high for 3-5 minutes, stirring once, until peaches are softened
- While the peaches soften, in a bowl, combine the flour, ¼ cup brown sugar, and butter, mixing until clumps form. You can use a fork, pastry cutter, or your hands. I actually prefer my hands, since the heat from them helps to work in the butter
- Stir the peaches, then sprinkle the crumble mixture evenly over top of them. Depending on the size of your dish, you may have a little topping mixture left over
- Return to the microwave and cook an additional 4-5 minutes on high, until the filling is bubbly and the topping is set
- Serve warm, with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream if desired
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Recipe FAQs
How Long Does It Take To Cook Peach Crumble In The Microwave?
Cooking peach crumble in the microwave typically takes about 5 to 10 minutes in total, depending on the power of your microwave and the size of your dish.
It can also vary by the thickness of your peaches, in how long it takes them to soften.
Can I Use Fresh Or Canned Peaches For Microwave Peach Crumble?
Yes, you can use either fresh or canned peaches for microwave peach crumble.
If using canned peaches, be sure to drain them well to prevent excess liquid.
What Toppings Can Be Used For Peach Crumble?
Common toppings for serving peach crumble include whipped cream, ice cream, or yogurt.
You can also add nuts, such as almonds or pecans, or granola for extra crunch and flavor.
Can I Substitute Other Fruits For Peaches In This Recipe?
Yes, you can substitute or add other fruits such as apples, berries, or pears for the peaches to create different fruit crumbles in the microwave.
Adjust the cooking time if needed, depending on the fruit used.
Recipe Tips For the Best Microwave Peach Crumble
- The peaches will be very hot when they finish cooking. Use oven mitts when transferring the bowl for safety, and let it sit for a few minutes before consuming so as to not burn your tongue
- Feel free to divide this recipe into individual single servings if preferred. Split everything evenly between 4 mugs or microwave safe ramekins, and reduce cooking time to 1-2 minutes per mug for the fruit, and 2-3 minutes for the topping to set
Storage and Reheating Tips
- Store leftover peach crumble in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days
- To reheat microwave peach crumble, place a portion on a microwave-safe plate or bowl and heat on high for 45-60 seconds, or until warmed through. Time can vary by microwave wattage and size of portion, so adjust as needed
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Final Thoughts
This easy peach crumble in the microwave is the perfect shortcut summer dessert, with no baking required! In fact, it only takes about 8-10 minutes to turn out a warm, sweet treat that’s made with fresh peaches – you can’t beat it!
Of course, you can swap in frozen or canned peaches if you want, as this recipe is extremely versatile. Finish your crumble off with some whipped cream or ice cream for the ultimate topping!
Is it the same as baking a crumble in your oven? Well, no. But you still get warm and tender fresh peaches and a buttery crumb topping, in a dessert that’s delicious, so I think it’s a small sacrifice in terms of browning and crunch to make.
Looking for more no bake peach recipes for the summer? I’ve got you covered! Check out my entire collection of microwave peach recipes for inspiration!
Quick Peach Crumble in the Microwave
Equipment
- Spatula (or spoon)
- Microwave safe bowl (or similar)
Ingredients
- 3-4 peaches, peeled, pitted, and sliced about ¼" thick (around 2 cups of fruit total)
- 2 tsp cornstarch
- 2 tsp lemon juice (can use water too)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 Tbsp brown sugar
- ½ tsp cinnamon
For the Crumb Topping
- ½ cup all purpose flour
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup salted butter (softened)
Instructions
- In a microwave safe bowl (around 1 qt in size), mix the peaches, cornstarch, lemon juice, vanilla, 2 Tbsp brown sugar, and cinnamon3-4 peaches, peeled, pitted, and sliced about ¼" thick, 2 tsp cornstarch, 2 tsp lemon juice, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 2 Tbsp brown sugar, ½ tsp cinnamon
- Cook in the microwave on high for 3-5 minutes, stirring once, until peaches are softened
- While the peaches soften, in a bowl, combine the flour, ¼ cup brown sugar, and butter, mixing until clumps form. You can use a fork, pastry cutter, or your hands. I actually prefer my hands, since the heat from them helps to work in the butter½ cup all purpose flour, ¼ cup brown sugar, ¼ cup salted butter
- Stir the peaches, then sprinkle the crumble mixture evenly over top of them. Depending on the size of your dish, you may have a little topping mixture left over
- Return to the microwave and cook an additional 4-5 minutes on high, until the filling is bubbly and the topping is set
- Serve warm, with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream if desired
Notes
- You can also use an equal amount of frozen (thawed) peaches or canned (in juice; drained) peaches instead of fresh peaches
- If your peaches are very sweet and ripe, you can omit the brown sugar in with the fruit (but still use it in the topping)
- The vanilla can be swapped for other extracts like almond, or raspberry for a melba flavored crumble
- Times are based on a 1000W microwave, so feel free to adjust slightly as needed if you have a different wattage (extra time if lower wattage; less time if a higher wattage)
- The peaches will be very hot when they finish cooking. Use oven mitts when transferring the bowl for safety, and let it sit for a few minutes before consuming so as to not burn your tongue
- Feel free to divide this recipe into individual single servings if preferred. Split everything evenly between 4 mugs or microwave safe ramekins, and reduce cooking time to 1-2 minutes per mug for the fruit, and 2-3 minutes for the topping to set
- Exact nutritional values will vary based on brand and flavor of ingredients, any toppings or additions, and actual quantity consumed, so please consider this a guideline only
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