Nectarine Recipes

1. Nectarine Cobbler

This beginner-friendly, easy-to-make cobbler will make all of your summertime dreams come true! All you need to do is mix up the easy batter and stir in your sliced nectarines before popping it into the oven.

Don't forget to buy some vanilla ice cream to get the ultimate experience.

2. Nectarine Crisp

This delicious crisp features perfectly ripe nectarines and an irresistible oatmeal streusel topping. It is so simple to throw together using common baking ingredients that it will easily become one of your favorite desserts.

Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of toffee sauce for an out-of-this-world treat.

Note: Read all about the similarities and differences between cobblers, crisps, crumbles, & buckles if you're curious. 🍑

3. Crumble Bars

Oh my goodness, these heavenly dessert bars combine two of my favorite things - tender baked nectarines and a tasty oatmeal streusel crumble. Use the crumble as the base and the topping to sandwich the sweet fruit.

The crumble bakes up and sets for an easy hand-held treat or a generous square that can be plated and topped with no churn vanilla ice cream or chantilly cream.

4. Nectarine Upside Down Cake

We all know and love pineapple upside-down cakes, but did you know you could replicate them using nectarines? In fact, it is just as delicious as it sounds.

Simply layer your brown sugar and nectarines, and then cake batter into your pan before baking. Once it is done, you can flip it over to reveal the sweet upside-down cake.

5. Nectarine Ice Cream

Everyone loves ice cream, and this homemade nectarine version is bound to be a new favorite. It combines nectarines and brown sugar for an ultra-delicious flavor combination that is hard to beat.

6. Grilled Nectarines

If you are already grilling out, this easy recipe makes a fantastic sweet treat after the main course (or as a side dish). When grilled, the nectarines become tender and extra sweet.

Drizzle them with a delicious honey-balsamic glaze to take them to the next level. These nectarines are an easy, guilt-free dessert.

7. Nectarine Pie

I'm a huge fan of any variety of fruit pie, and this nectarine pie is no exception. It is the perfect balance between sweet and tart and is completely addicting.

You can use some store-bought pie crust for an extra easy and quick dessert, or make the dough entirely from scratch.

8. Nectarine Vanilla Bean Scones

It only takes 30 minutes from start to finish, and then you'll be sitting down and enjoying these sweet scones. The scones themselves are chock full of fresh nectarines with a hint of vanilla.

Finish them off with a simple vanilla bean glaze, and you're ready to eat.

9. Nectarine Clafoutis

If you've never heard of clafoutis before, it is a French dessert that features fruit and a custard-like batter. It's a similar concept to a tart but with no pie crust.

It is impressive enough to serve on any special occasion you may have coming up.

10. Brown Butter Nectarine Tart

Flaky pie crust is topped off with a filling consisting of nectarines, browned butter, and jam for an easy yet sophisticated dessert. It's the perfect way to enjoy the end of the season.

The nectarines make this tart naturally beautiful, and you can even add some slices of plums for variety if you like.

11. Nectarine Popsicles

When the weather is extra hot, what's a better way to cool off than with an icy cold, refreshing popsicle? Not to mention, these incredibly delicious popsicles only use four ingredients.

Yogurt makes them extra creamy, while the nectarines, honey, and vanilla add flavor. Just grab your popsicle mold, and you are ready to begin.

12. Nectarine Galette

Easier to make than a traditional pie, a galette is an open-faced type of pie that has the bottom crust gently folded up around the filling. This recipe uses both peaches and nectarines, but you can certainly use all nectarines if you like.

I also have a recipe for a delicious peach galette or blueberry galette if you want to try those, too.

13. Nectarine Raspberry Jam

This beginner-friendly jam uses just a handful of ingredients and tastes great on everything. Try it with cathead biscuits, as a pancake topping, on some toast, or even as a glaze for pork or chicken.

Go ahead and make a huge batch to use up any nectarines and raspberries you may have left, and then you'll have enough jam to last you all year (or gift it to others).

14. Nectarine Golden Cake

Homemade yellow cake is layered with slices of fresh nectarines for a fluffy, flavorful, and slightly sweet dessert. It's a simple (and completely easy) summertime cake that is perfect for enjoying while relaxing on a warm afternoon.

15. Nectarine Sunshine Smoothie

Smoothies are a fantastic way to jump-start your day, or you can enjoy them as a snack or as a part of your lunch. This one blends nectarines, bananas, oranges, and yogurt for a sweet yet tart refreshing beverage.

It's the perfect treat for both kids and adults alike.

16. Nectarine Lemon Bars

Imagine tangy and refreshing lemon bars but with the added sweetness from some slices of nectarines.

One batch makes 20 bars so they can easily accommodate even a large group. Plus, the bars are easy to serve when you're hosting events or just hanging out with friends and family.

💭 Tips For Cooking With Nectarines

Cooking and baking with nectarines is super easy. They can also be used interchangeably in many peach or stone fruit recipes, so feel free to experiment.

1. Choose ripe nectarines. Look for nectarines that are slightly soft to the touch and have a fragrant aroma. They should give slightly when pressed. If they are still hard, let them sit for a few more days to finish ripening.
2. Wash and dry thoroughly: Rinse or soak the nectarines with cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel before using them to remove any dirt, residue, or insecticide.
3. Slice or chop uniformly: The key to making sure that your dishes bake evenly is to slice or chop your nectarines into pieces that are all the same size.
4. Pair with herbs and spices: Try out some fresh herbs like basil or mint and spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, cardamom, or ginger to enhance the nectarine's flavor.
5. Beyond grilling: Nectarines are a great fruit for smoking too. Use them in a dessert and bake in your smoker, or just smoke the halved nectarines and serve with dinner.
6. Freeze for later: If you have an abundance of ripe nectarines, freeze them for future use. Slice or chop them, lay them on a baking sheet to freeze individually, then transfer them to a sealed container.
7. Freeze dry for optimal nutrition: Nectarines freeze dry exceptionally well. Spread sliced or chunked nectarine in your freeze dryer trays, then place into mylar bags for long-term storage.

What do you think of this collection of nectarine recipes? Leave a comment below and let me know which one you are the most excited to try out! ~ Angela

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