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Heavenly Summer Peach Bars: A Sweet Slice of Sunshine

Heavenly Summer Peach Bars: A Sweet Slice of Sunshine

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Heavenly Summer Peach Bars: A Sweet Slice of Sunshine are the perfect dessert to enjoy during warm summer days. These delightful treats are made with juicy peaches nestled in a buttery crust, then topped with a crumbly layer that adds texture and flavor. Ideal for barbecues, picnics, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, these bars are sure to impress family and friends alike. Serve them plain or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgence. Easy to prepare and incredibly versatile, Heavenly Summer Peach Bars capture the essence of summer in every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for the crust)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 34 large ripe peaches, peeled, pitted, and sliced
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for the filling)
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for the crumb topping)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for the crumb topping)
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar (for the crumb topping)
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt (for the crumb topping)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. For the crust, combine flour, granulated sugar, salt, and cold cubed butter until crumbly; press into the pan and bake for 15–18 minutes.
  3. Toss sliced peaches with granulated sugar, flour, lemon juice, and vanilla; let sit while preparing crumb topping.
  4. Mix crumb topping ingredients until crumbly; spread peach filling over cooled crust and sprinkle crumb topping on top.
  5. Bake for 45–50 minutes until golden brown; cool completely before slicing.

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