Description
Heavenly Summer Peach Bars are a delightful treat that captures the essence of summer in every bite. With a buttery crust and juicy peach filling, these bars are perfect for any occasion, from picnics to family gatherings. Each bar is soft, flavorful, and sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, they will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh ripe peaches, sliced
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir in melted butter and eggs until crumbly but cohesive.
- Press the mixture into the greased dish to form the crust.
- In another bowl, toss sliced peaches with cinnamon and additional sugar if desired. Spread evenly over the crust.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown; a toothpick should come out clean.
- Allow cooling completely before slicing into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: For added flavor, substitute peaches with nectarines or berries. Consider mixing in chopped nuts for extra crunch. Store leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.