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Handheld photo of a Peach Crumble Bar showing the distinct layers of pale shortbread and toasted crumble.

Peach Crumble Bars with a Glossy Honey Glaze

These Peach Crumble Bars feature a pale golden shortbread base, vibrant orange peach slices, and a toasted flour crumble topped with a glossy honey glaze. The perfect handheld summer treat for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 245
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Shortbread Base
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Softened
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1/2 tsp Sea Salt
Peach Filling
  • 4 cups Fresh Peach Slices Orange-yellow variety
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1/4 cup Light Brown Sugar Packed
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch
Crumble Topping & Glaze
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 1/2 cup Cold Butter Cubed
  • 1/4 cup Raw Honey For drizzling

Equipment

  • 1 9x9 inch Square Baking Pan Lined with parchment paper
  • 1 Medium Saucepan For cooking the peach filling

Method
 

Prepare the Base
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x9 pan with parchment paper.
  2. Cream butter and sugar, mix in flour and salt. Press into pan and bake for 15-18 minutes until pale golden.
Filling and Crumble
  1. In a saucepan, cook peaches, lemon juice, sugar, and cornstarch until thickened (5-7 mins).
  2. Cut cold butter into flour until chunky crumbs form.
Final Assembly
  1. Layer peaches over base, top with crumble. Bake for 25-30 minutes until toasted golden-brown.
  2. Let cool, then drizzle with warmed honey for a glossy finish.

Notes

For the cleanest squares, chill the bars for 2 hours before slicing.
Use fresh, ripe peaches for the best vibrant orange color.