Easy Peach Raspberry Crumb Bars – Better Than Takeout
Easy, golden Peach Raspberry Crumb Bars are the perfect summer dessert. After making these many times, I discovered the trick to a crispy topping is chilling the dough. The combination of fresh peaches and raspberries creates a juicy, irresistible filling. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Golden French Toast and Fudgy Chocolate Brownie Cookies.
Why This Easy Peach Raspberry Crumb Bars – Better Than Takeout Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy, golden topping
- Juicy, fresh fruit filling
- Easy, better than takeout
- Perfect for summer cookouts
What You'll Need for Easy Peach Raspberry Crumb Bars – Better Than Takeout
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- All-purpose flour
- Old-fashioned oats
- Light brown sugar
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Unsalted butter
- Large eggs
- Vanilla extract
- Peaches
- Raspberries
- Granulated sugar
- Cornstarch
- Vanilla extract
- Lemon zest
- Salt
- Optional: Vanilla ice cream
- Optional: Whipped cream
- Optional: Fresh mint leaves
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Peaches: You can use fresh or frozen peaches. If using frozen, do not thaw.
- Raspberries: Fresh or frozen raspberries work well. If using frozen, do not thaw.
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How to Make Easy Peach Raspberry Crumb Bars – Better Than Takeout
- Prepare the crust and crumble topping: In a food processor, combine flour, oats, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt. Pulse in butter until crumbly. Divide in half. Press one half into a greased 8×8-inch pan. Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 10 minutes.
- Prepare the fruit filling: In a bowl, mix peaches, raspberries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon zest, and salt. Spread over the partially baked crust.
- Add the crumble topping: Crumble the remaining dough over the fruit filling. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until golden and bubbly.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Peach Raspberry Crumb Bars – Better Than Takeout
- Common mistake and fix: The #1 reason these bars fail is an underbaked crust. Ensure the crust is golden before adding the fruit filling and bake until the topping is crispy and golden.
- Pro tip: Chill the dough for 10 minutes before pressing into the pan to prevent a soggy crust.
- Pro tip: For a more intense flavor, use a mix of fresh and frozen fruit.
Storing & Reheating Easy Peach Raspberry Crumb Bars – Better Than Takeout
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare the dough and fruit filling up to a day ahead. Store separately in the fridge.
Freezing Easy Peach Raspberry Crumb Bars – Better Than Takeout
Freeze baked and cooled bars for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in a 350°F (180°C) oven for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds. The texture may be softer.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a more intense flavor, use a mix of fresh and frozen fruit.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the dough and fruit filling up to a day ahead. Store separately in the fridge.
- Scaling: This recipe can be doubled and baked in a 9×13-inch pan.
- Troubleshooting: If the topping is browning too quickly, tent the pan with foil.
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Easy Peach Raspberry Crumb Bars – Better Than Takeout
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- All-purpose flour
- Old-fashioned oats
- Light brown sugar
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Unsalted butter
- Large eggs
- Vanilla extract
- Peaches
- Raspberries
- Granulated sugar
- Cornstarch
Seasonings
- Vanilla extract
- Lemon zest
- Salt
Optional Toppings
- Vanilla ice cream
- Whipped cream
- Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Prepare the crust and crumble topping: In a food processor, combine flour, oats, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt. Pulse in butter until crumbly. Divide in half. Press one half into a greased 8×8-inch pan. Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 10 minutes.
- Prepare the fruit filling: In a bowl, mix peaches, raspberries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon zest, and salt. Spread over the partially baked crust.
- Add the crumble topping: Crumble the remaining dough over the fruit filling. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until golden and bubbly.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a more intense flavor, use a mix of fresh and frozen fruit.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the dough and fruit filling up to a day ahead. Store separately in the fridge.
- Scaling: This recipe can be doubled and baked in a 9×13-inch pan.
- Troubleshooting: If the topping is browning too quickly, tent the pan with foil.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Freeze baked and cooled bars for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in a 350°F (180°C) oven for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds. The texture may be softer.
- Make ahead: Prepare the dough and fruit filling up to a day ahead. Store separately in the fridge.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 320
- Protein: 4g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbs: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Cholesterol: 50mg
- Sat. Fat: 7g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Peach Raspberry Crumb Bars – Better Than Takeout FAQs
Yes, you can use frozen fruit. Do not thaw before using.
The #1 reason for a soggy crust is not chilling the dough before pressing it into the pan. Also, ensure the crust is golden before adding the fruit filling.
Yes, you can prepare the dough and fruit filling up to a day ahead. Store separately in the fridge.
Yes, you can use any combination of fruits. Adjust the sugar and cornstarch as needed.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Peach Raspberry Crumb Bars – Better Than Takeout and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
