Indulge your taste buds with a delightful treat that brings the essence of summer right to your kitchen: Peach Butter Crumble Bars! These luscious bars combine a buttery, crumbly base with a sweet and tangy peach butter filling, topped with a sprinkle of cinnamon for that perfect finishing touch. Whether you're looking to impress guests at a gathering or simply craving a sweet snack, this recipe is sure to become a favorite. With just an hour of your time, you can whip up 16 irresistible bars that will have everyone asking for seconds. Ready to dive into the world of baking bliss? Let’s get started!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 40 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs
Cuisine: American
Serves: 16 bars
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups peach butter
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing excess paper to hang over the sides for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and salt. Mix these dry ingredients thoroughly until well blended.
- Pour melted butter and vanilla extract over the dry ingredients. Use a fork or your hands to mix until the mixture becomes crumbly and starts to hold together when pressed.
- Reserve about 1 1/2 cups of the crumble mixture for the topping. Press the remaining mixture firmly and evenly into the prepared baking pan to create a compact base layer.
- Spread the peach butter evenly over the crumb base, ensuring complete and uniform coverage to the edges of the pan.
- Sprinkle the reserved crumble mixture over the peach butter layer, creating a loose, textured topping. Dust the top with ground cinnamon for additional flavor.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the edges are slightly crisp.
- Remove from the oven and let cool completely in the pan for about 1 hour. The cooling helps the bars set and makes cutting easier.
- Using the overhanging parchment paper, lift the bars out of the pan and transfer to a cutting board. Cut into 16 even squares.
- Serve at room temperature and store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Choose the Right Peach Butter: For the best flavor, use high-quality peach butter or homemade if you have it. The richer the peach flavor, the more delicious your bars will be!
- Don’t Skip the Cooling Time: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting. This helps them set properly and makes slicing much easier.
- Experiment with Spices: While cinnamon is a classic choice, feel free to add a pinch of nutmeg or ginger for a unique twist that complements the peach flavor.
- Make Ahead: These crumble bars can be made a day in advance. Store them in an airtight container at room temperature, and they’ll be just as tasty the next day.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve these bars with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra special dessert!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 38g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 25mg
