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Cozy Brown Butter Peach Cobbler Bars Easy Homemade Flaky Topping Recipe

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These cozy brown butter peach cobbler bars feature a flaky, buttery topping and juicy peach filling, perfect for a quick, crowd-pleasing summer dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large ripe peaches, peeled, pitted, and sliced
  • 1 cup (2 sticks / 226 g) unsalted butter, browned
  • 2 ½ cups (315 g) all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar, plus extra for sprinkling
  • ½ cup (100 g) light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • Optional: handful of chopped pecans or walnuts for topping

Instructions

  1. Brown the Butter (about 5 minutes): In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir frequently as it foams and then starts to brown, releasing a nutty aroma. When it’s fragrant and a light amber color with tiny brown specks, remove from heat immediately and let cool slightly.
  2. Prepare the Peach Filling (10 minutes): In a medium bowl, combine the sliced peaches with lemon juice, ¼ cup granulated sugar, ¼ cup brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Toss gently to coat. Set aside to macerate while you make the dough.
  3. Make the Dough (15 minutes): In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, ½ cup granulated sugar, and ¼ cup brown sugar. Pour in the warm brown butter and mix gently with a wooden spoon until the dough comes together but isn’t overworked. Beat the egg separately and fold it in. The dough will be sticky but slightly crumbly—this is perfect for flaky topping.
  4. Assemble the Bars (5 minutes): Lightly grease your 9×13-inch pan. Press about two-thirds of the dough into the bottom evenly, creating a rough crust layer. Pour the peach mixture evenly over the crust. Crumble the remaining dough on top, trying to cover most of the peaches but leaving some gaps for bubbling.
  5. Bake (40-45 minutes): Place the pan in the preheated oven at 350°F (175°C). Bake until the topping is golden and crisp, and the peach juices are bubbling around the edges. Check by gently pressing the topping—if it springs back lightly and looks browned, it’s ready.
  6. Cool Completely (at least 1 hour): Let the bars cool on a wire rack before slicing. This step is key—the filling firms up, and the bars hold their shape better.
  7. Slice and Serve: Use a sharp knife, wiping it between cuts to keep edges clean. Serve alone or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Notes

Use fresh, firm peaches for best texture. Brown butter carefully over medium-low heat, stirring constantly to avoid burning. Let bars cool completely before slicing to prevent them from falling apart. If edges brown too fast, tent with foil for last 10 minutes. Optional nuts add crunch and texture. Gluten-free and vegan substitutions are possible with ingredient swaps.

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