Peach Crumb Bars
These Peach Crumb Bars feature a buttery crumb crust and topping with a sweet, juicy peach filling. Perfect for summer desserts, snacks, or brunch.
Equipment
- mixing bowls
- measuring cups and spoons
- 9x13-inch baking pan
- parchment paper
- spatula
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 170 g unsalted butter
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 cups diced peaches
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the butter, egg, and vanilla extract, mixing until a crumbly dough forms.
- Press two-thirds of the crumb mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan.
- In another bowl, combine the diced peaches, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and cinnamon.
- Spread the peach filling evenly over the crust.
- Crumble the remaining dough evenly over the peach filling.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden.
- Cool completely before slicing into bars and serving.
Notes
Allow the bars to cool completely before slicing for clean edges. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.