Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Heavenly Summer Peach Bars, a perfect blend of buttery crust, juicy peaches, and a creamy topping. These bars are easy to make and shine at any summer gathering or cozy afternoon snack. Each bite delivers a burst of fresh peach flavor that will leave everyone asking for more. Ideal for picnics or potlucks, these peach bars can be prepared ahead of time, making them a convenient choice for busy days. Plus, they are fun for kids to help make!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 3 cups fresh peaches, peeled and diced
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 large eggs
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- For the crust, cream together softened butter and sugar until fluffy, then mix in flour and salt. Press into the prepared pan and bake for 15 minutes.
- While the crust bakes, prepare the peach filling by mixing diced peaches with sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch.
- Once the crust has cooled slightly, spread the peach mixture evenly over it.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, sour cream (or yogurt), flour, and vanilla for the topping.
- Pour the topping over the peach layer and bake for an additional 35–40 minutes until set and golden.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Use ripe peaches for optimal flavor. Chill bars in the refrigerator for cleaner cuts when serving. Customize by adding spices like cinnamon or mixing in other fruits.