Blueberry Nectarine Crisp
This Blueberry Nectarine Crisp recipe from lovewithrecipes.com brings together the sweetness of ripe nectarines and the juicy burst of fresh blueberries in a delightfully warm, crunchy dessert. Perfect for spring and summer gatherings, this dessert is both easy to make and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser with its light, buttery topping and luscious fruit filling.
| Preparation Time | Cook Time | Total Time |
|---|---|---|
| 20 minutes | 40 minutes | 1 hour |
Ingredients
For the Topping:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 1/4 cups | Flour |
| 3/4 cup | Light brown sugar |
| 1/2 cup | Butter, chilled and cut into small pieces |
For the Filling:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | Nectarines, pitted and sliced |
| 4 cups | Fresh blueberries |
| 1 tbsp | Arrowroot |
| 2 tsp | Vanilla extract |
| 1/2 cup | Sugar |
| 1/4 cup | Port (optional, can substitute with water or fruit juice) |
| 1/4 cup | Cornstarch |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 446.1 |
| Fat | 12.3g |
| Saturated Fat | 7.4g |
| Cholesterol | 30.5mg |
| Sodium | 93.6mg |
| Carbohydrates | 75.8g |
| Fiber | 4.3g |
| Sugar | 50.9g |
| Protein | 3.9g |
Instructions
1. Prepare the Topping
- In a medium bowl, combine the light brown sugar and flour. Mix until the ingredients are well blended.
- Add in the butter pieces, and using your fingers, rub the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Set the topping mixture aside while you prepare the filling.
2. Prepare the Filling
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Butter a 13×9-inch baking dish, ensuring the entire surface is coated.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced nectarines and fresh blueberries.
- In a small cup, stir together the vanilla extract, arrowroot, and 1/4 cup of port (or your substitute liquid). Set this mixture aside.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, add the remaining sugar and the rest of the port (or your liquid substitute). Bring to a boil, whisking continuously, and let it boil for about 3 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in the cornstarch mixture, stirring until it begins to thicken, approximately 1-2 minutes.
- Pour this thickened sauce over the fruit mixture in the bowl, stirring gently to ensure all the fruit is well coated.
3. Assemble and Bake
- Pour the prepared fruit filling into the buttered baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the topping mixture over the fruit filling, covering it as evenly as possible.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and crisp, and the filling is bubbling.
4. Serve
- Allow the crisp to cool slightly before serving. This dessert is best enjoyed warm, and it pairs beautifully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Tips and Variations
- Serving Suggestions: Serve warm with ice cream for a delightful contrast of temperatures.
- Fruit Variations: Feel free to substitute or add other fruits like peaches, blackberries, or raspberries, depending on what’s in season.
- Gluten-Free Option: Use gluten-free flour in the topping if you prefer a gluten-free version.
