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Healthy Peach Crisp Bars (Gluten-Free)

August 26, 2019 Updated: August 26, 2019 By Leanne 48 Comments

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Healthy Peach Crisp Bars are gluten-free and vegan, with only 10 ingredients, including hearty oats and chia seeds. They’re also sweetened with just maple syrup and coconut sugar, and packed with four cups of peaches!

Up-close view of peach crisp bars in a black bowl with ice cream.

While it’s late summer, I’m still hanging on to peach season. And if you are too, then you’re going to love these Healthy Peach Crisp Bars. They’re inspired by these Strawberry Chia Jam Oat Bars, which are always a hit around here during strawberry season.

This peach version is loaded with wholesome ingredients, and with a chewy base and crispy crumble topping, you’ll have a hard time saving these bars for dessert. In fact, you’ll probably be tempted to eat them for breakfast, and that’s totally okay because they have lots of breakfast-worthy ingredients!

What ingredients do you need to make Healthy Peach Crisp Bars?

  • Peaches
  • Chia seeds
  • Gluten-free oats
  • Almond flour
  • Coconut sugar
  • Cinnamon
  • Salt
  • Almond butter
  • Maple syrup
  • Coconut oil

Overhead view of crisp mixture in a glass bowl.

How do you make these peach crisp bars?

These bars are super easy to assemble!

  • First, make your peach filling, which requires just two ingredients – peaches and chia seeds. This will come together in about 40 minutes in a small sauce pan on your stove top (20 minutes to cook and 20 minutes for the chia seeds to plump).
  • For the base and crisp topping, microwave your wet ingredients until they are melted together and runny. Mix in with the dry ingredients until a wet, crumbly mixture forms. Press about two-thirds of the mixture into a square (9×9″) pan and bake on 350F for 10 minutes.
  • Add your peach filling and remaining crumble mixture to the top. Bake for an additional 25 minutes, or until the topping starts to brown. Done!

Overhead view of crisp mixture pressed into the bottom of a square pan.

How do you serve these gluten-free peach crisp bars?

Once the bars have cooled, I like to refrigerate them so they firm up fully. Then I cut them into squares and enjoy cold (they have an extra chewy texture when cold), or warmed in the microwave with some dairy-free ice cream.

You can also serve these bars fresh out of the oven like a crisp or crumble. Just cut into pieces or scoop out with a spoon and serve with ice cream.

Overhead view of peach chia filling spread out on the crust in a square pan.

How do you store peach bars? How long will they last?

Since the peach chia filling is perishable, these bars should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. This also helps keep the bars firm. If you like them warm, you can just pop them in the microwave for 20-30 seconds. Or for an extra crispy topping, just re-heat them on a low heat in the oven.

These bars should last in the fridge for 3-4 days.

Can you freeze peach crisp bars?

Yes, you can absolutely freeze these bars. Just let them firm up in the fridge and then cut into bars. Place in a single layer in an airtight container, or if storing in two layers, just make sure you have a sheet of wax paper in between the layers.

When you want to enjoy them, just de-frost in the refrigerator for a few hours, or overnight. Keep in mind that freezing the bars may cause the topping to lose some of its crunch. If this happens, you may want to warm them up on a low temperature in the oven to bring back some of the crunch. (I usually bake them for 10-12 minutes on 300F).

Peach crisp bars assembled in a square pan.

Can you use frozen peaches to make these peach crisp bars?

Absolutely! While I used fresh peaches in this recipe, if peaches are out of season, you can use frozen chunks or slices. If using slices, just let them thaw in the fridge for a bit, and then cut them into chunks before making the peach filling.

Can you make healthy peach crisp bars without oats?

Yes, if you’d like to make these bars grain-free, you can omit the oats and use buckwheat flakes instead.

Can these peach crisp bars be made ahead?

Yes, you can make these bars a day or two in advance and store them covered in the fridge. Then, just cut them out and serve cold, or re-heat individual slices in the microwave or on a low temperature in the oven.

Peach crisp bars cut into squares and arranged on a wooden cutting board.

Some additional tips for making Healthy Peach Crisp Bars:

  • As mentioned above, you can use fresh or frozen peaches, just make sure they are peeled and chopped.
  • I used white chia seeds in this recipe, but you can use black chia seeds. Just keep in mind that the peach filling will look darker if you use black chia seeds.
  • To keep these bars gluten-free, make sure you use gluten-free oats. If you don’t need these bars to be gluten-free, regular rolled oats are fine.
  • If you don’t have coconut sugar, you can use brown sugar as a substitute. Just note that brown sugar is more processed that coconut sugar.
  • If you don’t have almond butter, you can use another type of nut butter, but keep in mind it will change the taste of the bars slightly. I usually use natural peanut butter as a substitute.
  • To get these bars to cut out neatly, I recommend letting them cool fully and then placing them in the refrigerator to firm up.

Overhead view of healthy peach crisp bars in black bowls with ice cream.

If you love peaches, here are a few more recipes you might enjoy:

  • Peach Ricotta Skillet Cake is a super easy recipe, requiring just 10 ingredients and 10 minutes prep time.
  • Dairy-Free Frozen Peach Cream Pie is no-bake and grain-free, and made with just seven ingredients.
  • Chicken and Peach Quinoa Salad makes a hearty lunch or light dinner, and it’s topped with a simple and delicious homemade honey basil vinaigrette.

Pin these Healthy Peach Crisp Bars to make for dessert!

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If you make these Healthy Peach Crisp Bars, I would love to hear what you think in the comments below!

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Up-close view of healthy peach crisp bars in a small black bowl with ice cream.

Healthy Peach Crisp Bars

★★★★★ 5 from 21 reviews
  • Author: Leanne
  • Prep Time: 40 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 16 bars
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: Gluten-Free
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Healthy Peach Crisp Bars are gluten-free and vegan, with only 10 ingredients, including hearty oats and chia seeds. They’re also sweetened with just maple syrup and coconut sugar, and packed with four cups of peaches!


Ingredients

For the filling:

  • 4 cups chopped peaches (about 6–8 medium-sized peaches)
  • 4 tablespoons white chia seeds

For the crisp:

  • 2 1/2 cups gluten-free rolled oats
  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1/4 cup coconut sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup natural almond butter
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil, virgin, cold pressed

Instructions

  • Prepare the filling: Add the peaches to a medium-sized sauce pan and bring to a low boil. Let simmer for about 20 minutes, or until softened. Remove from heat and mash with a fork or potato masher just enough to break the peaches apart but leaving some chunks. Stir in chia seeds, cover and set aside for 20 minutes. (The chia seeds will plump up and thicken the filling).
  • Prepare the crisp base and topping: In a large bowl, whisk together the oats, almond flour, coconut sugar, cinnamon and salt. Set aside. In a small microwave safe bowl, add the almond butter, maple syrup and coconut oil and microwave on two 30-second intervals, stirring after each one. Everything should be melted together and the mixture should be runny. If not, microwave for another few seconds. Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, and stir until wet and crumbly. You should be able to pinch the mixture together with your fingers.
  • Assemble the bars: Pre-heat the oven to 350F and line a 9×9″ pan with parchment paper. Press about two-thirds of the crisp mixture into the bottom of the pan and bake for 10 minutes. Remove from oven, spread on the peach filling and sprinkle the remaining crisp mixture on the top, patting it down slightly. Don’t worry if it doesn’t fully cover the top. Return to over and bake for another 25 minutes, or until the top starts to brown.
  • Serve and store the bars: Serve the bars warm with dairy-free ice cream, or let them cool at room temperature and then place them in the refrigerator to firm up fully before cutting into squares. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and enjoy within 3-4 days, or freeze for later enjoyment.

Notes

  1. You can use fresh or frozen peaches, just make sure they are peeled and chopped.
  2. This recipe calls for white chia seeds, but you can use black chia seeds. Just keep in mind they will make the peach filling look darker.
  3. To keep these bars gluten-free, make sure you use gluten-free oats.
  4. If you don’t have coconut sugar, you can use brown sugar as a substitute.
  5. To make these bars grain-free, you can substitute buckwheat flakes for the oats.
  6. To cut these bars out neatly, I recommend placing them in the refrigerator for a few hours to firm up.

Keywords: peach bars, peach crumble bars, oat bars

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  1. Amber Klug says

    July 21, 2021 at 1:29 pm

    These are so yummy and decadent!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      July 22, 2021 at 12:48 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  2. Sarah says

    September 1, 2020 at 1:44 pm

    So it seems that all of the replies have five stars but none of them have actually made the recipe. which is a bit confusing. I am going to make it this week and will write a review. I agree they look great but do they taste great is the big question.

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      September 2, 2020 at 6:52 pm

      Hi Sarah! If you make these peach bars, please leave a review and let me know what you think. Thanks!

      Reply
  3. Christie says

    August 13, 2020 at 6:18 pm

    They look so amazing Leanne! I love a good Peach Crisp Bar! Especially when it’s using seasonal sweet peaches. Great timing my friend!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      August 18, 2020 at 9:25 pm

      Thanks Christie! This is one of my faves to make during peach season!

      Reply
  4. Kristen says

    September 3, 2019 at 12:11 pm

    Leanne, I’m loving this recipe, so simple and so flavorful.
    This is a perfect way to highlight the peaches.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      September 3, 2019 at 2:10 pm

      Thanks Kristen! Glad you like it!

      Reply
  5. Kelly Neil says

    September 2, 2019 at 8:51 pm

    I’ve discovered over the summer how freakin’ delicious vegan food can actually be! I love love love the look of these bars, and I think freezing them sounds absolutely divine! What a delicious way to showcase fresh summer peaches.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      September 3, 2019 at 2:16 pm

      Thanks Kelly! Since I’ve cut back on dairy, many of my desserts end up being vegan. Glad you like the look of these!

      Reply
  6. Marisa says

    August 30, 2019 at 8:17 pm

    I love a good crisp and this one looks wonderful! I’ve pinned it for later and hoping to try it before peach Season ends!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      September 3, 2019 at 2:32 pm

      Thanks Marisa! Be sure to let me know what you think if you make it!

      Reply
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