Heavenly Summer Peach Bars: A Sweet Slice of Sunshine
Indulge in the taste of summer with these Heavenly Summer Peach Bars: A Sweet Slice of Sunshine. Each bar features a buttery, flaky crust topped with juicy, sweet peaches and a delightful crumb topping for the perfect balance of flavors and textures. This easy-to-make dessert is ideal for family gatherings or casual weeknight dinners, allowing you to enjoy more time with loved ones and less time in the kitchen. Perfectly portioned and packed with fruity goodness, these peach bars will quickly become a summer favorite!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 9 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3–4 large peaches, peeled and sliced
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt; cut in cold butter until crumbly. Press into the pan and bake for 15-18 minutes until golden.
- In another bowl, mix peaches with sugar, flour, lemon juice, and vanilla; let sit.
- Prepare crumb topping by mixing flour, sugars, cinnamon, and melted butter until crumbly.
- Spread peach filling over the cooled crust; sprinkle with crumb topping. Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool completely before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg