The Best Peach Crumble Bars With Fresh Peach

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The Best Peach Crumble Bars With Fresh Peach

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The Best Peach Crumble Bars With Fresh Peach

The Best Peach Crumble Bars (Made With Fresh Peaches)

A luscious, easy summer dessert loaded with juicy sweet peaches, a melt-in-your-mouth shortbread crust, and an almond glaze.

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Prep Time20 Mins
Cook Time50 Mins
Total Time70 Mins

Ingredients

  • For The Crust
  • – 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • – 1 cups granulated sugar
  • – 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • – 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • – 1 cup unsalted butter (cut into cubes)
  • – 1 whole egg (lightly beaten)
  • For The Peach Filling
  • – 3 1/2 cups fresh peaches (about 4 peaches, cut into cubes)
  • – 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • – 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • – 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • – 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • – 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • – 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
  • For The Icing
  • – 1 cup powdered sugar
  • – 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
  • – 1-2 tablespoons milk

Instructions

  1. 1
    Prepare the Oven and Mix Dry Ingredients: Set your oven to preheat at 350 degrees F. In a spacious mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add the cold butter cubes and incorporate them using a fork or a pastry blender. Work the ingredients together until the mixture turns crumbly and looks like coarse sand.
  2. 2
    Form Crust Dough: Pour the lightly beaten egg into the crumbly mixture and mix thoroughly until a cohesive dough begins to form. (Alternatively, process the dry ingredients and butter cubes in a food processor until it resembles sand, add the egg, and blend until combined and the dough comes together).
  3. 3
    Prepare the Spiced Peach Filling: In a separate large bowl, combine your diced fresh peaches, sugar, cornstarch, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, fresh lemon juice, and almond extract. Toss the ingredients together gently until all the fruit pieces are completely and evenly coated.
  4. 4
    Assemble Base and Fruit Layer: Prepare a 13 x 9 inch baking pan by lining it neatly with a sheet of parchment paper. Using your hands, firmly press approximately three-quarters of the prepared crust dough evenly into the bottom of the pan to create a level base. Spread the spiced peach mixture smoothly over this bottom crust layer using a spatula.
  5. 5
    Add Crumble Top and Bake: Take the leftover crumbly dough and break it apart over the top of the fruit layer, covering the peaches as completely as you can. Bake the pan for 45-55 minutes, or until the fruit filling appears set and the crumbled top layer turns a beautiful light golden brown.
  6. 6
    Cool, Glaze, and Serve: While baking, make the glaze by whisking the powdered sugar, almond extract, and milk together in a small bowl until smooth (adjust milk or sugar for thickness if needed). Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack. Once the bars are entirely cooled, drizzle the sweet glaze over the top, cut into clean squares, and enjoy!

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use canned or frozen peaches instead of fresh peaches? Yes! While fresh peaches offer the absolute best texture and bright flavor, you can use frozen or well-drained canned peaches. If using frozen peaches, thaw them completely and pat them dry with a paper towel. For canned peaches, make sure to drain away all the syrup so your crust doesn't become soggy.
How do I store these peach crumble bars? You can store any leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or place them in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Keeping them in the fridge helps maintain a firm, clean slice when serving them later.
Can I make this dessert ahead of time? Absolutely! This makes an exceptional make ahead peach dessert because the shortbread and jammy peach layers settle beautifully overnight. Simply bake, cool completely, add the glaze, and cover well until ready to serve the next day.

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