These peach crumble bars are fruity, lightly sweet, and super delicious. Made with just a few pantry ingredients, these crumble bars come together in less than an hour. You’re guaranteed to win hearts with this peach-flavored dessert.
About This Recipe
The first time I made a fruit crumble bar, I didn’t know that this simple dessert could easily win over all family members. You could use almost any kind of summer fruit to make these chewy, soft, and buttery bars. I have a couple of crumble bar recipes on the site already which are as delicious as peach crumble bars. Apricot crumble bars, strawberry crumble bars, and sour cherry crumble bars!
Peach crumble bars with a buttery shortbread crust, juicy peach filling, and melt-in-your-mouth streusel topping. Just six ingredients are all you’ll need to make these peach crumble bars. A handful of basic ingredients that you already have stocked in your pantry.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
- Super easy: There is a very good reason why crumble bars are so beloved. They have a straightforward recipe that requires minimal prep and only a few ingredients. Crumble streusel topping and crust are made from the same mixture and fruity filling is so easy to make. They’re perfect with a generous scoop of ice cream.
- Portable: Easy to cut into the perfect-sized squares and perfect for breakfast on the go or picnics.
- Great leftovers: You can store these strawberry crumble bars in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days or in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
Peach Crumble Bars Ingredients
- Peaches: It’s best to use ripe and sweet peaches when they’re in season for this recipe.
- Granulated sugar: I used granulated sugar to sweeten the filling and crust. You can adjust the sweetness of the filling according to your taste. If you use sweet peaches, you don’t need to add a lot of sugar.
- Flour: Plain all-purpose flour works best for these crumble bars.
- Baking powder: The baking powder helps the crust and topping to puff and brown.
- Butter: The butter makes the crust and topping flaky and crisp.
- Egg: The egg softens the dough and enriches the flavor.
- Salt: Add salt to balance the sweetness.
- Lemon juice: The acidity in lemon juice can enhance the natural flavors and balance out the sweetness of the crumble bar filling.
- Vanilla extract: Vanilla extract adds flavor and taste to the filling.
- Cornstarch: Cornstarch is a great thickener for fruity crumble bar fillings.
How to Make Peach Crumble Bars
- Preheat the oven to 375°F 190°C. Cube cold butter into small pieces. Peel peaches and cut them into small pieces.
- In a food processor, combine flour, salt, baking powder, and 1/2 cup sugar.
- Add egg, vanilla extract, and cold butter cubes. Process until fine crumbs form. If you don’t have a food processor, you can still make the crust using a pastry cutter, fork, or even your fingertips to rub the butter into dry ingredients until you get a crumbly mixture.
- In another large bowl combine peaches with 1/3 cup of sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and cornstarch. Mix well to coat with sugar and cornstarch.
- Grease an 8×8″ baking dish with butter or line it with parchment paper. Pour in 2/3rds of the crumb mixture and press into the bottom using a spoon or your hands.
- Spread the peaches over the crust. Sprinkle the peaches with the crumb topping. Bake for 35-45 minutes until the topping is golden brown.
Expert Tips
- Drizzle peach crumble bars with a sweet vanilla glaze for a finishing touch.
- You can adjust the sweetness levels of the filling to your preference.
- Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting to prevent them from falling apart.
- Make sure not to overbake the crumble bars, as it can lead to a dry texture.
- Add a touch of cinnamon to the crumble bar filling for extra warmth.
- Add sliced almonds to the crumble topping for a nutty flavor and crunchy texture.
FAQs
Can I Make Apricot Crumble Bars Ahead of Time?
Yes, you can make apricot crumble bars ahead of time. They can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days.
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Ingredients
- FOR CRUST AND TOPPING:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 160g butter, cold
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- FOR THE FILLING:
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 2 cups diced peaches (about 3 medium peaches)
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
Instructions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F 190°C. Cube cold butter into small pieces. Peel peaches and cut them into small pieces.
Step 2
In a food processor, combine flour, salt, baking powder, and 1/2 cup sugar.
Step 3
Add egg, vanilla extract, and cold butter cubes. Process until fine crumbs form. If you don't have a food processor, you can still make the crust using a pastry cutter, fork, or even your fingertips to incorporate the butter into the dry ingredients until you get a crumbly consistency.
Step 4
In another large bowl combine peaches with 1/3 cup of sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and cornstarch. Mix well to coat with sugar and cornstarch.
Step 5
Grease an 8×8″ baking dish with butter or line it with parchment paper. Pour in 2/3rds of the crumb mixture and press into the bottom using a spoon or your hands.
Step 6
Spread the peaches over the crust. Sprinkle the peaches with the crumb topping. Bake for 35-45 minutes until the topping is golden brown.
