Homemade Peach Crumb Bars Recipe

This Homemade Peach Crumb Bars Recipe is always a hit. Wait until summer for fresh peaches or use frozen to get that wonderful peach flavor anytime of the year.  If you love this, you will love my Peach Cobbler Cheesecake and Peach Cobbler Bread Pudding!!

I’m in love again.  To properly explain “again”, I should start by saying I have had a love affair with this Southern peach cobbler since I was a little girl starting with my big mama’s recipe.  My allegiance to it is pure and simple and loyal to the core.  During the summers, I usually never deviate from having my favorite dessert ever.  That was until I created this homemade peach crumb bars recipe that are truly giving my favorite peach cobbler recipe a run for its money.

The truth is these bars don’t take much time to make, and that’s probably why they’re ranking so high on my “must make, must devour” meter right now. Because of the pie crust and labor-intensive filling, my beloved peach cobbler takes a bit more time to make. And let me tell you, I’m not one to pass up on saving time.

Peach Crumb Bars are buttery, crisp, sweet and warm. Each bite starts with perfect crunch and journeys into a smooth, caramelized filling. With hints of cinnamon and nutmeg throughout, these bars are fantastic in every way. Does this mean I will be giving up my peach cobbler? Heck naw! But these peach crumb bars are a lovely replacement when needed.

HOW TO MAKE PEACH CRUMB BARS

I adore the ease of making these Peach Crumb Bars! Seriously, they couldn’t be easier to bake. I shared a similar recipe for these bars during my demonstration at last Summer’s Taste of Chicago event. Folks were in awe at how quickly they came together!

Here’s what you need to know about the ingredients:

Cold Unsalted Butter & Cold Water

It’s essential that you keep both of these ingredients very cold! Their temperature is what determines the texture of your crumble and crust. We’re looking for crisp, buttery pockets of joy studded throughout the crumble.

Fresh Peach Slices

When fresh and ripe, peaches are juicy, aromatic and tender. As they mingle with the sugar during baking, the slices will break down and caramelize. Absolute perfection.

Lemon Juice

Citrus brightens up the bars and aids in the tenderizing of the peaches.

Cinnamon & Nutmeg

Both are warm and earthy; their addition creates depth and comfort.

Vanilla

Similar to peaches, vanilla is quite floral. Each compliment each other perfectly.

Check out the video below for a full step-by-step tutorial of this recipe!

LEFTOVER STORAGE

In the hot Summer, I prefer to store the bars in the refrigerator. I find that keeping these bars cool allows them to keep shape and last longer. Leftover bars will last for up to 3 days in an airtight container.

While they taste incredible straight out of the fridge, I’d recommend slightly warming them up in the microwave. Crumble the warm bar over vanilla ice cream for maximum Summer sundae goodness!

GRANDBABY CAKES’ PEACHIEST PICKS

Don’t let this year’s peach season go to waste! Head to your local farmer’s market, stock up on fuzzy fruit and get to baking. Enjoy a few of Grandbaby Cakes’ BEST peach cakes, puddings and fritters:

• PEACH PIE
• BROWN SUGAR PEACH SHORTCAKE
• CARAMEL PEACH DUMP CAKE

Homemade Peach Crumb Bars

These homemade peach crumb bars are always a hit. Wait until summer for fresh peaches or use frozen to get that wonderful peach flavor anytime of year.

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: kid-friendly recipes, peaches, summer recipes

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 38 minutes

Total Time: 58 minutes

Servings: 12 bars

Calories: 215kcal

Author: Jocelyn Delk Adams of Grandbaby Cakes

Ingredients

For the Crumble and Crust:

• 1½ cups all-purpose flour
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• Pinch salt
• 10 tablespoons unsalted butter cold and cut into cubes
• 1 large egg yolk
• 1 tablespoon cold water

For the Peach Filling:

• 2 - 2 1/2 cups fresh peach slices
• 1 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

For the Crumb and Crust:

• Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Prepare a 8×8-inch baking pan with the non-stick coating of your choice.
• For the crumb and crust, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder and salt.
• Next, cut in the cold butter using two forks or a pastry cutter then slowly mix in the egg yolk and cold water. Don't worry if the dough seems really crumbly. It should be!
• Next take half of the crumble mixture and press into the prepared pan. The rest should be saved for the top of the bars.

For the Peach Filling:

• Stir together peach slices, lemon juice, flour, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla until combined.
• To assemble, evenly add peach filling to top of crust.
• Next sprinkle the remaining crumble over the top of the peach filling.
• Bake for 30-38 minutes or until golden brown and set.
• Cool bars to room temperature then cut and serve.

Video

Notes

Storage

I prefer to store the bars in the refrigerator. I find that keeping these bars cool allows them to keep shape and last longer. Leftover bars will last for up to 3 days in an airtight container.

While they taste incredible straight out of the fridge, I’d recommend slightly warming them up in the microwave. Crumble the warm bar over vanilla ice cream for maximum Summer sundae goodness!

Nutrition

Calories: 215kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 33mg | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 310IU | Vitamin C: 0.5mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 0.8mg

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