Peach Crumb Bars
Delightful bars made with fresh peaches and a buttery crumb topping, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Crust and Topping
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Peach Filling
- 2 cups fresh peaches, peeled and diced Make sure they are ripe for best flavor.
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with half-and-half or milk.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and salt. Cut in the butter until the mixture is crumbly.
- Press half of the mixture into the bottom of the prepared dish to form the crust.
- In another bowl, combine the diced peaches, lemon juice, and heavy cream.
- Spread the peach mixture over the crust, then crumble the remaining flour mixture on top.
Baking
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
- Allow to cool before slicing into bars.
Serving
- Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream if desired.
Notes
To store Peach Crumb Bars, keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months. Ripe peaches work best. Optional: drizzle with caramel sauce.