Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Peach Bars Recipe, a luscious summer dessert that combines buttery crusts with juicy, fresh peaches and a crumbly topping. These bars are not only easy to prepare but also perfect for any occasion—be it picnics, family gatherings, or casual weekends at home. Each bite offers a beautiful balance of sweetness and texture that will impress your family and friends. Serve them warm with ice cream or chilled for a refreshing treat. This recipe is a must-try for peach lovers and a fantastic way to celebrate summer’s bounty!
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (chilled)
- 1 large egg
- 30 oz peaches (drained and cut up)
- 4 tsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in chilled butter until crumbly. Mix in the egg.
- Press half of the dough into a greased 9×13 pan for the crust.
- In another bowl, mix sugar and cornstarch; add peaches and coat well. Spoon over the crust.
- Crumble remaining dough on top of peaches.
- Bake for 45-55 minutes until golden brown. Let cool before cutting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approximately 90g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Use ripe peaches for maximum flavor. Chill butter beforehand for a flaky crust. Consider adding spices like cinnamon for an extra flavor boost.