Heavenly Summer Peach Bars: A Sweet Slice of Sunshine
If you’re in search of a delightful summer treat that embodies the season’s sweetness, look no further than these Heavenly Summer Peach Bars: A Sweet Slice of Sunshine. These scrumptious bars feature a buttery crust filled with juicy peaches and topped with a crumbly mix that creates a perfect balance of flavor and texture. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or simply enjoying on a warm afternoon, this easy recipe is sure to become a favorite among family and friends. Each bite is like a taste of sunshine, making them perfect for any gathering or just to satisfy your sweet tooth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 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
- 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 your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- For the crust, mix together flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Press into the bottom of the pan and bake for 15–18 minutes until lightly golden.
- For the peach filling, combine sliced peaches with sugar, flour, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Let sit to release juices.
- Prepare the crumb topping by mixing together flour, sugars, cinnamon, and salt; stir in melted butter until crumbly.
- Spread peach filling over the cooled crust and sprinkle with crumb topping. Bake for 45–50 minutes until golden.
- Cool completely before slicing into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (70g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg