Description
A classic summer pie made with fresh nectarines and warm spices, baked in a flaky crust until golden and bubbling. Perfect served with ice cream or whipped cream.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5–6 fresh nectarines (ripe but firm)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch (or flour)
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 prepared pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Peel the nectarines using the blanching method (boil for 30 seconds, then ice bath). Slice and remove pits.
- Mix the filling: Combine sliced nectarines, sugar, lemon juice, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg (optional), and almond extract in a bowl.
- Prepare the crust: Roll out your pie dough into a 9-inch pie dish. Add the nectarine filling evenly.
- Top it: Add a lattice or second crust on top. Seal edges and cut slits if using a full crust.
- Brush with egg wash and optionally sprinkle with sugar.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes or until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbly.
- Cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or chilled with ice cream or whipped cream.
Notes
Use firm but ripe nectarines for the best texture. A lattice top helps vent steam and gives a rustic look.
- Prep Time: 25 mins
- Cook Time: 45 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: nectarine pie, summer dessert, fruit pie, homemade pie, baking