Description

Heavenly Summer Peach Bars are a delightful and refreshing dessert that captures the essence of summer in every bite. With a buttery crust, juicy peach filling, and a crumbly topping, these bars are perfect for picnics, barbecues, or simply enjoying at home. They’re easy to make, making them an ideal choice for gatherings or satisfying your sweet cravings. The addition of ripe summer peaches ensures each slice is bursting with flavor. Whether enjoyed plain, topped with ice cream, or drizzled with honey, these bars bring sunshine to your table.

Ingredients

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1 cup all-purpose flour (for the crust)
1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold and cubed)
3–4 large ripe peaches (peeled and sliced)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon (for topping)
1/4 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for filling)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup brown sugar (for topping)
1/4 teaspoon salt (for crust)
1/4 teaspoon salt (for topping)
1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted for topping)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt for the crust. Cut in cold butter until crumbly; press into the prepared pan and bake for 15-18 minutes until golden.
In another bowl, mix sliced peaches with sugar, flour, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
Prepare crumb topping by mixing flour, sugars, cinnamon, and melted butter until crumbly.
Spread peach filling over the cooled crust and sprinkle with crumb topping. Bake for 45-50 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Allow to cool completely before slicing into squares.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 65 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 square (60g)
Calories: 210
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 105mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 25mg