Ingredients

FOR THE FILLING

-2 pounds peaches or nectarines, cut into 1/2-inch wedges (6 cups)

-3/4 cup granulated sugar

-1 tablespoon lemon juice

4 teaspoons cornstarch

1/2 teaspoon coarse salt

FOR THE TOPPING

-6 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature

1/4 cup light-brown sugar

1 cup all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)

-1/2 teaspoon coarse salt

Preparation

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Make the filling: Combine peaches, granulated sugar, lemon juice, cornstarch, and salt. Transfer to an 8-inch square baking dish.

    -Make the topping: In a large bowl, using a mixer, beat butter and brown sugar on medium until light and fluffy. Add flour and salt and, with your hands, mix until large pieces form. Scatter over filling.

    -Bake until center is bubbling, 40 to 50 minutes, tenting loosely with foil after 30 minutes. Let cool 20 minutes before serving.