Peaches And Cream Crumble Bars (Printable)

Layers of juicy peaches and cream nestled between buttery oat crumble. A perfect summer treat for any occasion.

# What goes in:

→ Crumble & Base

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
03 - 1 cup granulated sugar
04 - 1/2 tsp salt
05 - 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
06 - 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed

→ Cream Filling

07 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
08 - 1/3 cup granulated sugar
09 - 1 large egg
10 - 1 tsp vanilla extract

→ Peach Layer

11 - 3 cups fresh peaches, peeled and diced
12 - 1 tbsp cornstarch
13 - 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
14 - 1 tbsp granulated sugar

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing some overhang for easy removal later.
02 - Combine flour, oats, sugar, salt, and cinnamon in a large bowl. Cut in cold butter using a pastry blender or fingertips until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
03 - Press two-thirds of the crumble mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to create an even base. Reserve remaining one-third for topping.
04 - Beat cream cheese and sugar in a separate bowl until smooth. Add egg and vanilla, beating until fully combined and creamy.
05 - Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the pressed crust base.
06 - Toss diced peaches with cornstarch, lemon juice, and sugar in another bowl until well coated.
07 - Arrange the peach mixture evenly over the cream cheese layer.
08 - Sprinkle the reserved crumble mixture evenly over the peach layer.
09 - Bake for 38-42 minutes until the top is golden brown and the center is just set.
10 - Cool completely in the pan, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The combination of tart cream cheese filling and sweet peaches creates the most incredible balance
  • These bars travel beautifully and actually taste better after chilling overnight
02 -
  • Cutting these bars too soon will result in a mess, so the chilling time is non-negotiable
  • If your peaches are extra juicy, add another teaspoon of cornstarch to prevent soggy bottoms
03 -
  • Use room temperature cream cheese to avoid any lumps in your filling
  • Line your pan with parchment paper that extends up the sides for easy lifting

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