Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of summer with Heavenly Summer Peach Bars! These sweet treats feature a buttery crust topped with juicy, ripe peaches and a tender, cake-like layer. Perfect for family picnics, gatherings with friends, or simply a sweet afternoon snack, these bars are sure to impress. The combination of fresh peaches and simple ingredients makes this easy recipe an ideal addition to your summer baking repertoire. Serve them warm or chilled, and enjoy the vibrant flavors that capture the essence of sunny days.
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 prepare a 9×13-inch baking pan by lining it with parchment paper.
- For the crust, cream together softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar. Gradually mix in all-purpose flour and salt until crumbly. Press evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Bake the crust for about 15 minutes until slightly golden. Let cool while preparing the filling.
- In a bowl, combine diced peaches, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch; toss gently to coat. Spread over the cooled crust.
- For the topping, whisk together eggs, granulated sugar, sour cream (or yogurt), all-purpose flour, and vanilla extract until smooth. Pour over peach layer.
- Bake for an additional 35–40 minutes or until golden brown on top and set.
- Allow cooling completely before slicing into squares.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Use ripe peaches for maximum flavor. Chill in the refrigerator for easier cutting. Feel free to substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream.