Peaches and Cream Crumble Bars – Buttery, Fruity, and Easy to Bake

Summer at our house always meant sticky peach juice running down our arms, and crumbles cooling on the windowsill. These Peaches and Cream Crumble Bars bring back every bit of that joy—with buttery layers, sweet cream, and juicy peaches nestled between golden crumbles. This easy recipe is perfect for gatherings, make-ahead desserts, or anytime you’ve got peaches to use up. We’ll walk you through ingredients, baking steps, tips, and storage below.

Ingredients You’ll Need

These bars come together with ingredients you likely have on hand, plus fresh or frozen peaches. The crust and topping use the same dough, making things super simple.

For the Crust and Crumble Topping

You’ll only need basic pantry staples to build the buttery foundation and crumbly top:

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• ⅔ cup granulated sugar
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 ¼ cups cold unsalted butter, cubed
• ¼ cup brown sugar (add this only to the topping portion)
• Optional: ½ cup oats or chopped nuts for extra crunch in the topping

For the Peach Cream Filling

This creamy peach center is fruity, slightly spiced, and just luscious:

• 5 cups chopped peaches (about 7–8 ripe peaches or 2.5 lbs; frozen peaches work too)
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• ¼ cup all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 6 tablespoons heavy cream
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional but cozy)

How to Make Peaches and Cream Crumble Bars

You’ll layer up a buttery base, a dreamy cream-peach filling, and a golden crumble top. Here’s how:

Step 1 – Make the Crust and Topping

Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a 9×13-inch pan with parchment paper.

In a food processor (or using a pastry cutter), pulse the flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Add the cubed cold butter and blend until the mix resembles coarse crumbs. Scoop out 1½ cups and set aside for the topping.

Press the remaining mixture evenly into your prepared pan. Bake for about 15 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.

While that bakes, add the brown sugar to the reserved 1½ cups of crust mixture and toss until crumbly. Stir in oats or nuts if using.

Step 2 – Prepare the Peach Cream Filling

In a large bowl, combine sugar, flour, cinnamon, and salt. Add chopped peaches and toss gently to coat.

Stir in heavy cream and vanilla extract, if using. The mixture should be juicy and slightly thick.

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Step 3 – Assemble and Bake

Pour the peach filling evenly over the hot crust straight from the oven. Then sprinkle the brown sugar crumb topping over the peaches, covering as evenly as possible.

Bake for 45 minutes, or until the topping is golden and the juices are bubbling up around the edges.

Let the pan cool completely on a wire rack, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing into bars.

Tips for Best Results

• Make ahead friendly: These bars actually taste better the next day once chilled and set.
• Prevent a soggy crust: Always pour the filling over the hot, freshly baked crust—this seals it and keeps it crisp.
• Use frozen peaches? Thaw completely and drain any excess juice first.
• Flavor boost: Sub half the granulated sugar in the filling for brown sugar, or add ¼ teaspoon nutmeg for extra warmth.
• Want crunch? Stir chopped pecans or rolled oats into the topping.
• Don’t skip the chill: This ensures clean slices and a firm texture.

Storage and Serving Suggestions

These bars keep beautifully chilled and are easy to pack for picnics or parties.

• Storage: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Serving: They’re absolutely delicious cold, but even better warmed slightly and topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

If you’re in a peachy mood, you’ll also love this Southern-style peach pecan bread for cozy mornings or these crowd-favorite fresh peach fritters. And for another super easy summer dessert, don’t miss this quick and easy peach crisp.

FAQs About Peaches and Cream Crumble Bars

Final Thoughts

There’s something so satisfying about these Peaches and Cream Crumble Bars—they’re soft, buttery, creamy, and loaded with fresh summer flavor. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or just treating yourself, this recipe delivers every single time. Try it soon and let us know how it goes—leave a comment, share a pic, or tag us on socials.

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