Description
Rustic fruit bars with a buttery crumb crust and spiced nectarine topping. Simple, no-fuss, and perfect for summer, these handheld desserts deliver a refreshing burst of seasonal flavor.
Ingredients
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup cold butter, cubed
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 1/2 pounds fresh nectarines, pitted and sliced
3 tablespoons cornflour
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
In a large bowl, sift flour and toss with cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs
Stir in sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg until evenly combined
Press half the crust mixture into a 9×13-inch baking pan
Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden
In a bowl, toss nectarines with cornflour, cinnamon, and nutmeg
Spread fruit over cooled crust, then top with remaining crust mixture
Bake for 25 minutes until fruit is bubbly and top is golden
Notes
Nectarines can be substituted with peaches or apricots
Bars can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days
Baking time may vary depending on fruit ripeness
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 235
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg