Description
Indulge in the flavors of summer with these Heavenly Summer Peach Bars. A buttery crust, sweet peach filling, and a crumbly topping come together to create a delightful treat that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Crust:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into cubes
Filling:
- 3–4 large peaches, peeled, pitted, and sliced
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Crumb Topping:
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
- Prepare the Crust: In a medium bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the crust is lightly golden. Remove from oven and let it cool slightly.
- Make the Filling: In a large bowl, combine the sliced peaches, sugar, flour, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Toss gently to coat the peaches evenly.
- Prepare the Crumb Topping: In a separate bowl, mix together flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Pour in the melted butter and stir until the mixture forms a crumbly texture.
- Assemble the Bars: Spread the peach filling evenly over the pre-baked crust. Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the peaches.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cooled, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang and cut into squares.
- Serve: Dust the top with powdered sugar before serving, if desired. Enjoy these bars on their own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Notes
- For a twist, try adding a sprinkle of nutmeg or ginger to the peach filling.
- Store leftover bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Peach Bars, Summer Desserts, Fruit Desserts, Peach Recipes, Crumb Bars
