Peach & Raspberry Crumb Bars Recipe
Delight in these Peach & Raspberry Crumb Bars featuring a buttery oat and almond crumb base topped with juicy peaches and raspberries, finished with a crunchy crumb topping. Perfect as a sweet snack or dessert, these bars combine fresh fruit with a tender, crumbly texture for a satisfying treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 9 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Crust and Topping
- 192 grams (1 1/2 cups) all-purpose flour
- 45 grams (1/2 cup) oats (rolled or quick)
- 100 grams (1/2 cup) light or dark brown sugar
- 55 grams (1/2 cup) sliced almonds
- 171 grams (6 oz) unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes
Filling
- 2 medium peaches, peeled and thinly sliced
- 94 grams (3/4 cup) raspberries
- 1/2 medium lemon, juice only
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 113 grams (1/2 cup) granulated sugar
- 30 grams (1/4 cup) all-purpose flour
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare Crust and Topping: Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line an 8-inch by 8-inch pan with parchment paper or greased foil that overhangs the sides. Spray with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, and sliced almonds until evenly mixed.
- Incorporate Butter: Using clean hands or a pastry blender, blend the cold, cubed butter into the dry mixture until no large chunks of butter remain, forming a crumbly dough.
- Form and Bake Crust: Press half of the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to create the crust layer. Bake for 15 minutes until set.
- Prepare Fruit Filling: While the crust bakes, in a separate large bowl, gently mix the sliced peaches and raspberries with the lemon juice and vanilla extract. Set aside.
- Prepare Fruit Topping Mixture: In another small bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Sprinkle this mixture over the fruit and gently toss with clean hands, careful not to break the berries.
- Assemble Bars: Once the crust has baked, carefully layer the fruit mixture on top using a slotted spoon or your hands to leave behind excess liquid, preventing soggy bars.
- Add Crumb Topping: Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture evenly over the fruit layer.
- Bake Final Assembly: Bake the assembled bars for an additional 35 to 40 minutes or until the topping is golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerate if in a warm climate to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Be sure to drain excess liquid from the fruit filling before adding to the crust to prevent soggy bars.
- Use cold butter to achieve a crumbly texture in the crust and topping.
- Allow bars to cool completely before slicing to ensure clean cuts.
- Store bars in the refrigerator if your environment is warm to keep them fresh longer.
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