Peach Crumb Bars
These Peach Crumb Bars are a delightful combination of peach crisp and pie, perfect for showcasing juicy summer peaches. With a buttery, crumbly dough for both the crust and topping, and a filling packed with fresh peaches, theyre the ultimate summer treat!
Ingredients:
For the Crust and Topping:
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp baking powder
3 cups all-purpose flour spooned and leveled
2 tsp ground cinnamon
tsp salt 蓼
1 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes 杻
1 large egg 讀
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
For the Peach Filling:
6 cups sliced, peeled fresh peaches about 7-8 peaches
cup granulated sugar
1 tbsp cornstarch
1-2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions:
1 Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350F 175C. Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with foil or parchment paper and lightly spray with non-stick spray.
2 Make the Crust and Topping:
In a large bowl or using a stand mixer with a paddle attachment, combine 1 cup sugar, 1 tsp baking powder, 3 cups flour, 2 tsp cinnamon, and tsp salt. Add 1 cup cold butter, 1 egg, and 1 tsp vanilla. Beat on low speed until the mixture becomes crumbly and the butter is evenly distributed in small pieces.
3 Press the Crust:
Press a little more than half of the crumbly dough mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan. Use your hands or the bottom of a measuring cup to press it down firmly.
4 Prepare the Peach Filling:
In a separate large bowl, gently toss the sliced peaches with cup sugar, 1 tbsp cornstarch, 1-2 tbsp lemon juice depending on the ripeness of the peaches, and 1 tsp cinnamon. Stir to coat the peaches evenly.
5 Assemble the Bars:
Spread the peach mixture evenly over the pressed crust. Then, crumble the remaining dough mixture over the top of the peaches.
6 Bake:
Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes, or until the top is a light golden brown and the peach juices are bubbling.
7 Cool and Serve:
Once baked, transfer the pan to a wire rack to cool completely before cutting into squares. Optionally, drizzle with a simple icing mix powdered sugar and a little milk for an extra touch of sweetness.
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 18 bars
Calories: 253 kcal per bar
Enjoy these buttery, fruity Peach Crumb Bars! Perfect for any summer gathering.