Description
A delightful treat that combines the sweetness of ripe nectarines with a rich, buttery crumb topping, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe nectarines, pitted and sliced
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar, divided
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup fruit jam (your choice, such as apricot, raspberry, or peach)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup rolled oats (optional, for topping)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Cream together the softened butter and 3/4 cup of the granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared cake pan, arrange half of the sliced nectarines over it, then spread the fruit jam over the nectarines. Top with the remaining batter and layer the remaining nectarines on top.
- In a small bowl, combine the remaining 1/4 cup of sugar, rolled oats (if using), ground cinnamon (if using), and a few tablespoons of flour. Cut in a couple of tablespoons of butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle this crumb topping over the cake.
- Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and serve.
Notes
- Store leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- To reheat, warm individual slices in the microwave for about 10-15 seconds.
- For freezing, wrap tightly in plastic wrap and foil; it can be frozen for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Nectarine, Crumb Cake, Dessert, Jam, Baking