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A delicious plate of Easy Peach Crumb Bars Recipe – Buttery Homemade Peach Dessert Bars for Summer Baking

Easy Peach Crumb Bars

Buttery homemade peach dessert bars perfect for summer baking. Enjoy these crumbly treats with fresh, canned, or frozen peaches.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 55 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Crumb Mixture
  • 227 g unsalted butter melted
  • 256 g all purpose flour
  • 200 g granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 large egg
Peach Filling
  • 4 cups peaches peeled and diced
  • 100 g granulated sugar
  • 15 ml lemon juice
  • 2 tsp cornstarch

Equipment

  • Baking Pan

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius. Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving extra over the sides for easy removal.
  2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Mix well so the ingredients are evenly distributed.
  3. Add melted butter and the egg to the dry mixture. Stir using a fork or spatula until a crumbly dough forms. The mixture should resemble coarse crumbs and hold lightly when pressed.
  4. Transfer two thirds of the crumb mixture into the prepared pan. Press it down firmly and evenly to create a solid base layer. Make sure all edges are covered.
  5. In another bowl, mix diced peaches, sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Stir gently until the peaches are evenly coated and the mixture looks slightly thick.
  6. Spread the peach filling evenly over the base layer. Use a spoon to ensure the fruit is evenly distributed.
  7. Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture evenly over the top of the peaches. Do not press it down. This will create a light and crumbly topping.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbling slightly at the edges.
  9. Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan. This helps the filling set properly.
  10. Once cooled, lift the bars out using the parchment paper. Place on a cutting board and slice into even squares before serving.

Notes

Use fresh, canned, or frozen peaches depending on availability. Always remove excess liquid from fruit to prevent soggy bars. Cooling is important for clean slices. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for best freshness.