Heavenly Summer Peach Bars: A Sweet Slice of Sunshine
Heavenly Summer Peach Bars: A Sweet Slice of Sunshine are the ultimate dessert for summer gatherings. These delightful bars feature a buttery crust paired with sweet, juicy peaches, capturing the essence of warm weather in every bite. Easy to make and versatile, they can be served at parties, picnics, or enjoyed as a simple treat at home. With their golden appearance and scrumptious flavor, these bars are sure to impress family and friends alike.
- 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
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 3–4 large peaches, peeled and sliced
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for topping)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly and press into the bottom of the pan. Bake for 15–18 minutes until lightly golden.
- Toss peach slices with sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla in another bowl while the crust cools.
- For the crumb topping, mix flour, sugars, cinnamon, and melted butter until crumbly.
- Spread peach filling on the crust and top with crumb mixture. Bake for 45–50 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let cool completely before slicing into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg