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Nectarine Crisp

Juicy Summer Nectarine Crisp Recipe

This easy Nectarine Crisp is a delicious summer dessert made with sweet, juicy nectarines and topped with a buttery oat crumble. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the perfect seasonal treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6

Equipment

  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Small bowl for the topping
  • An 8x8-inch baking dish

Ingredients
  

For the Filling:

  • 6 ripe nectarines sliced (about 5 cups)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest brightens the flavors
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon

For the Crumble Topping:

  • ½ cup rolled oats or substitute with more flour for a no-oats version
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ⅓ cup brown sugar light or dark
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter melted

Optional:

  • Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for serving

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prep the nectarines

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Start by slicing your ripe nectarines into even slices. No need to peel them, the skins soften beautifully when baked and add a touch of color.
  • Toss the slices in a medium bowl with lemon zest, vanilla extract, granulated sugar, and cinnamon. Stir until the nectarines are evenly coated, then pour the mixture into your baking dish. Spread it out in an even layer.

Step 2: Mix the crumble topping

  • In a small bowl, combine the rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Stir everything together, then drizzle in the melted butter.
  • Use a fork to mix until the topping forms a crumbly texture. It should resemble wet sand with small clumps.

Step 3: Assemble the crisp

  • Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the nectarines in the baking dish. Make sure to cover the fruit completely for that golden, crunchy finish.

Step 4: Bake to perfection

  • Bake the nectarine crisp in the preheated oven for 35–40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the fruit is bubbling around the edges. Your kitchen will smell heavenly as the cinnamon and sugar crisp topping bakes!

Step 5: Cool and serve

  • Let the crisp cool for about 10 minutes before serving. This helps the juices thicken slightly. Serve warm with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. Enjoy every sweet bite!