13 Fruit Cobblers, Crisps & Crumbles

When great peaches are in season, you want to keep the flavorings on the subtle side. The fruit layer here is flavored with a little lemon and vanilla, and the rich cream biscuit topping has just a bit of nutmeg.

Recipe: Peach Cobbler

At the height of stone fruit season when everything looks good at the market, there’s no need to limit yourself to one variety. The beauty of this recipe is the mix of flavors.

Recipe: Stone Fruit Crumble with Ricotta and Mint

When apricots make their brief appearance in the market, celebrate by baking them with an easy four-spice topping.

Recipe: Fresh Apricot Crisp

Mace, the lacy outer covering of nutmeg, gives a gentle spice to this cobbler. If you can’t find it, just substitute nutmeg.

Recipe: Apricot Patty-Cake Cobbler

Roasted, finely ground nuts add even more richness to this crisp’s buttery topping.

Recipe: Blackberry Hazelnut Honey Crisp

Here’s the classic recipe, with loads of sweet, juicy berries on the bottom and a rich biscuit on top.

Recipe: Blackberry Cobbler

Wild huckleberries make an especially memorable, intensely flavored dessert, but the recipe is also delicious made with blueberries.

Recipe: Huckleberry Skillet Cobbler

Two favorite summer fruits join up for a can’t-miss combination.

Recipe: Raspberry-Rhubarb Crisp

Just a few ingredients each for the topping and fruit layer make this dessert an easy one to put together.

Recipe: Rhubarb Crisp

A touch of sweet marsala wine and candied ginger add a little sophistication.

Recipe: Pear Ginger Crisp with Crumbly Streusel

This dessert makes 12 individual ramekins, perfect for a holiday dessert when you want something easy and pretty.

Recipe: Pear Cranberry Crisps

A grill works beautifully for baking this homey dessert. Cook it over gas if you’d like just a hint of smoke, or charcoal for a more pronounced outdoorsy flavor.

Recipe: Grill-Baked Apple Crisp

The buttery, sweetly spiced topping bakes right on each individual serving.

Recipe: Apple-Crisp Baked Apples