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Heavenly Summer Peach Bars

Irresistibly Juicy Heavenly Summer Peach Bars You'll Love

Heavenly Summer Peach Bars are a delightful dessert that captures the essence of summer in every bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Easy Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar or use coconut sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder ensure it's fresh
  • 0.5 tsp salt can reduce for low-sodium diet
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter or use vegan butter
For the Filling
  • 4 cups fresh peaches can substitute with nectarines or pears
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch or use tapioca starch
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar can use regular sugar
For the Binding
  • 2 large eggs or use flaxseed meal for vegan option
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract can try almond extract

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • mixing bowl
  • pastry cutter

Method
 

How to Make Heavenly Summer Peach Bars
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
  3. Cut in cold, cubed butter until consistency resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing gently until just combined; press two-thirds of the dough into the pan.
  5. Toss diced peaches with cornstarch and brown sugar, then spread over the crust.
  6. Crumble the leftover dough over the peach layer.
  7. Bake for about 35 minutes, until top is golden and filling is bubbly.
  8. Allow bars to cool completely in the pan before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 3gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm with a dollop of whipped cream or scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.

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