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Easy Juicy Nectarine Raspberry Crumble Recipe Perfect for Summer Desserts

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A simple, rustic crumble dessert combining juicy nectarines and tart raspberries with a buttery, crisp oat topping, perfect for summer gatherings and quick indulgence.

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium fresh nectarines, sliced (ripe but firm)
  • 1 cup fresh raspberries, washed gently
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8×8-inch (20×20 cm) baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine sliced nectarines and fresh raspberries. Add granulated sugar, lemon juice, vanilla extract (if using), and a pinch of salt. Toss gently to coat without breaking the berries. Set aside.
  3. In another bowl, mix all-purpose flour, brown sugar, rolled oats, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Add cold, cubed butter and cut it into the dry ingredients using a pastry cutter or two knives until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits of butter. Do not overmix.
  4. Pour the fruit mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Spread the crumble topping over the fruit, covering it fully but loosely.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until the fruit is bubbling and the topping is golden brown and crisp. If topping browns too quickly, loosely cover with foil halfway through baking.
  6. Let the crumble rest for 10-15 minutes before serving to allow juices to thicken. Serve warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Notes

Use slightly underripe nectarines to hold shape and juiciness. Keep butter cold for a crisp topping. Avoid overmixing the topping to prevent dense texture. Toss fruit with cornstarch if extra juicy to avoid sogginess. Frozen raspberries can be used if thawed and drained. For gluten-free, substitute flour with almond or gluten-free blend and use certified gluten-free oats. For vegan, replace butter with coconut oil or vegan margarine and brown sugar with coconut sugar or maple syrup.

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