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Heavenly Summer Peach Bars

A Sweet Slice of Sunshine brings the essence of summer right to your kitchen with delightful bars combining fresh peaches and a buttery crust.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 9 squares
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Use all-purpose flour for optimal texture.
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar Adds sweetness to the crust.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor balance.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Cold and cubed for flakiness.
  • 3–4 large peaches Peeled, pitted, and sliced.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar To sweeten the filling naturally.
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour Thickens the filling for better texture.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Brightens flavor and balances sweetness.
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds depth to the filling's flavor.
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour Creates the base of the crumb mixture.
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar Sweetens up the topping nicely.
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar Adds moisture and richness to the topping.
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon Infuses warmth into each bite.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness perfectly.
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter Melted to bind crumbs together.

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×9-inch baking pan by lining it with parchment paper.
  2. Combine 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cut in 1/2 cup cold, cubed unsalted butter until it resembles coarse crumbs. Press into the bottom of the pan and bake for 15–18 minutes until lightly golden brown.
  3. Wash and slice 3 to 4 large peaches, then toss with 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract until well coated.
  4. Mix together 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Stir in 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter until crumbly.
  5. Spread the peach filling evenly over the crust and sprinkle the crumb topping generously over the peach layer.
  6. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45–50 minutes until golden brown and bubbly around the edges. Allow to cool completely before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15g

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