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Heavenly Summer Peach Bars Recipe

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These Heavenly Summer Peach Bars are a delightful treat combining a buttery crust, juicy peach filling, and a crumbly cinnamon-sugar topping. Perfect for summer gatherings or a sweet snack, they bake to golden perfection with a balance of tartness and sweetness that highlights the fresh peaches.

Ingredients

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For the Crust:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed

For the Peach 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

For the 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

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides to easily lift the bars out once baked.
  2. Make the Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cut in the cold, cubed 1/2 cup unsalted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press this mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 15–18 minutes, or until the crust is lightly golden. Remove and let cool slightly.
  3. Prepare Filling: In a bowl, toss the peeled, pitted, and sliced 3–4 large peaches with 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract. Allow it to sit while preparing the crumb topping; this helps the flavors meld and the filling thicken slightly.
  4. Make Crumb Topping: In a separate bowl, mix together 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Stir in the melted 1/4 cup unsalted butter until the mixture forms coarse crumbs.
  5. Assemble: Spread the peach filling evenly over the slightly cooled crust. Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the peach layer, ensuring good coverage.
  6. Bake: Bake the assembled peach bars in the oven for 45–50 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbly. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely in the pan to set properly before slicing.
  7. Serve: Cut into squares and serve plain or topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator or freeze for later enjoyment.

Notes

  • Make sure to peel the peaches for a smoother texture, but you can leave the skins on if preferred for added fiber.
  • Use ripe but firm peaches to avoid overly mushy filling.
  • Allow bars to cool completely before slicing to ensure clean cuts.
  • These bars freeze well; thaw before serving.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour blend.

Keywords: peach bars, summer dessert, fruit bars, crumb topping, peach dessert, baking recipe

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