Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Heavenly Summer Peach Bars, where a buttery crust meets juicy peaches and a creamy topping. This easy recipe is perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or an afternoon snack. Each bite bursts with fresh peach flavor that will impress your friends and family. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll find yourself making these luscious fruit bars time and again.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 cups fresh peaches (peeled and diced)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease it lightly.
- Cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Gradually add flour and salt, mixing until crumbly. Press the mixture into the prepared pan to form the crust.
- Bake for about 15 minutes until slightly golden; set aside to cool.
- In a separate bowl, toss diced peaches with sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch until coated. Spread over the cooled crust.
- Whisk together eggs, sugar, sour cream (or yogurt), flour, and vanilla extract until smooth. Pour this mixture over the peaches.
- Bake for an additional 35–40 minutes until set and lightly golden on top.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares; refrigerate for cleaner cuts if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 55mg