Description
These delightful Peach Pie Bars bring all the comforting flavors of a classic peach pie into a convenient, portable dessert. Featuring a buttery shortbread crust, sweet juicy peach filling, and a crumbly streusel topping, they’re perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Shortbread Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups (180g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (113g) cold unsalted butter, cubed
- For the Peach Filling:
- 6–7 medium fresh peaches (about 4 cups sliced), peeled and sliced
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar (adjust to peach sweetness)
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch or tapioca starch
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- For the Crumb Topping:
- 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup (113g) cold unsalted butter, cubed
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Shortbread Crust: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups flour, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cut in 1/2 cup cold, cubed butter until coarse crumbs form. Press firmly into the prepared pan. Bake for 10-12 minutes (optional, for crispier crust).
- 2. Make the Peach Filling: In a separate large bowl, gently toss sliced peaches with 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon until well coated.
- 3. Create the Crumb Topping: In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup flour, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon. Cut in 1/2 cup cold, cubed butter until coarse crumbs form.
- 4. Assemble and Bake: Pour the peach filling evenly over the crust. Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the peaches. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbly and tender. If topping browns too quickly, tent with foil.
- 5. Cool Completely: Remove from oven and let cool completely on a wire rack for at least 2-3 hours before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 50 mins