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Crispy Brown Butter Peach Bars

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These crispy brown butter peach bars feature a crunchy crumble topping and juicy peach filling, delivering a perfect balance of nutty richness and fresh fruit sweetness in under an hour.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (300 g) all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup packed (110 g) brown sugar
  • 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter, browned and cooled
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 4 cups peeled and sliced fresh ripe peaches (about 5 medium peaches)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar

Instructions

  1. Brown the Butter: Place 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter in a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat. Stir occasionally as it melts and foams. After about 5-7 minutes, the foam will subside, and the butter will turn a golden brown with a nutty aroma. Once browned, immediately remove from heat and let cool slightly while you prep the rest.
  2. Prepare the Peach Filling: Peel and slice peaches (about 4 cups or 5 medium peaches). Toss the slices with 1 tablespoon lemon juice, ¼ cup (50 g) sugar, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon. Set aside to macerate while you make the crust.
  3. Make the Crust and Crumble Mixture: In a large bowl, combine 2 ½ cups (300 g) all-purpose flour, ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar, ½ cup (110 g) packed brown sugar, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt. Pour in the warm browned butter and mix with a spatula or your hands until crumbly. The mixture should hold together when pressed but still be loose and sandy.
  4. Assemble the Bars: Press about two-thirds of the crumble mixture firmly into the bottom of the greased 9×13 inch pan to form the crust layer. Spread the peach filling evenly over the crust. Sprinkle the remaining crumble mixture over the peaches, distributing it evenly but gently.
  5. Bake: Place the pan in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C). Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the crumble topping is golden brown and the peach filling is bubbling around the edges. If the topping browns too quickly, tent loosely with foil for the last 10 minutes.
  6. Cool and Serve: Let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into squares. This rest time helps the filling set so bars hold together better. Serve plain or with a scoop of ice cream or whipped cream for extra indulgence.

Notes

Watch the butter carefully when browning to avoid burning; remove from heat as soon as it turns golden and smells nutty. Use ripe but firm peaches to avoid soggy crust. Press the crust firmly for a sturdy base. Let bars cool completely before slicing for cleaner cuts. You can assemble bars ahead and refrigerate up to a day before baking; bring to room temperature before baking. Tent with foil if topping browns too quickly.

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Keywords: brown butter, peach bars, crumble topping, summer dessert, easy baking, homemade dessert, fruit bars, crunchy topping

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