Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Peach Crumble Bars, a treat that perfectly balances sweet, juicy peaches with a crunchy oat topping. These bars are ideal for summer picnics, family gatherings, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth at home. With their comforting almond flavor and chewy texture, they are not only easy to prepare but also healthier than many traditional desserts, making them a guilt-free indulgence. Serve them warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoy them plain; either way, these Peach Crumble Bars will impress everyone!
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup + 1/3 cup rolled oats
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 cups fresh peaches (peeled and chopped)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for filling)
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 2/3 cup unsalted butter (melted)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C) and grease an 8-inch square dish with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix peaches with lemon juice, almond extract, cornstarch, and sugar. Set aside.
- In another bowl, combine flour, oats, sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter to create the crust mixture.
- Press two-thirds of the crust mixture into the prepared dish. Layer peach filling on top.
- Sprinkle remaining crust over peaches and bake for 33-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow bars to cool completely before cutting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (about 60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg