These oatmeal peach bars are delicious and so easy to make! You’ll need the same top for the crust and the topping. They are crunchy, soft and slightly chewy bars. Almond and peaches make a perfect combination.
Ingredients
Crust and Crumbles
▢140 grams (1 cup) all-purpose flour
▢130 grams (1 cup and ⅓ cup) rolled oats
▢155 grams (¾ cup) granulated sugar
▢1 teaspoon cinnamon
▢¼ teaspoon salt (optional)
▢150 g (⅔ cup) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
Peach Filling
▢450 grams (2 cups) peaches, peeled and cut into small pieces*
▢30 grams (2 tablespoons) granulated sugar
▢2 teaspoons cornstarch
▢1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
▢1 teaspoon almond extract
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F(177°C). Grease 8 inch (20cm) square oven-proof dish and line the bottom and sides with parchment paper, about 2 inches(5 cm) of overhang on each side.
Chop the peaches into almost ½-1 inch (1,25-2,5 cm) pieces. First, mix the peaches with lemon juice and then with the almond extract. Next, toss with cornstarch and sugar. Set aside.
Mix the flour, rolled oats, sugar, cinnamon, salt( if using) well in a medium bowl. Then add the melted butter and stir with a spoon or spatula.
Place ⅔ of the mixture into an oven-proof dish that is lined with parchment paper. Use your hands or a spoon to spread the mixture evenly.
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