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Nectarine Plum Crisps – Best Easy Summer Fruit Crisp Recipe

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Nectarine Plum Crisps are a comforting summer dessert featuring juicy nectarines and plums baked beneath a buttery oat streusel topping until golden and bubbling.

  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 ripe nectarines, sliced
  • 4 ripe plums, sliced
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 cup old-fashioned oats
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Wash and slice the nectarines and plums.
  3. In a large bowl, combine fruit, brown sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and lemon juice.
  4. Transfer the fruit mixture to a greased baking dish.
  5. In another bowl, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
  6. Cut in the cold butter until crumbly.
  7. Sprinkle the topping evenly over the fruit.
  8. Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and bubbling.
  9. Remove from oven and let cool for 15 minutes.
  10. Serve warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream.

Notes

  • Use ripe but firm fruit for best texture.
  • Do not peel nectarines unless preferred.
  • Old-fashioned oats create the best topping texture.
  • Keep butter cold when making the streusel.
  • Allow the crisp to cool slightly before serving.
  • Store leftovers refrigerated for up to 5 days.
  • Freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Add chopped almonds or walnuts for extra crunch.
  • Serve with ice cream, whipped cream, or yogurt.
  • Peaches may be substituted for nectarines.

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