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Nectarine Crumb Tart

Nectarine Crumb Tart

A delightful summer tart featuring fresh, juicy nectarines layered over a buttery shortcrust and topped with a crunchy, sweet oatmeal crumble.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Baking, Dessert
Cuisine: American, French
Calories: 340

Ingredients
  

For the Shortcrust Pastry
  • 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
  • 8 tbsp Unsalted butter Chilled and cut into cubes
  • 3 tbsp Granulated sugar
  • 3-4 tbsp Ice water
For the Nectarine Filling
  • 4 large Nectarines Ripe, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup Granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp Lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch
For the Crumb Topping
  • 1/2 cup All-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup Rolled oats Not instant
  • 1/2 cup Brown sugar Packed
  • 1/4 tsp Cinnamon Ground
  • 4 tbsp Unsalted butter Cold, cut into small pieces

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Prepare the pastry: In a large bowl, whisk together flour and 3 tbsp sugar. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs, with some pea-sized pieces remaining.
  2. Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together. Form into a disc, wrap in plastic, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to fit a 9-inch tart pan with a removable bottom. Press the dough into the pan, trim edges, and prick the bottom lightly with a fork.
  4. Prepare the filling: In a bowl, gently toss the sliced nectarines with 1/4 cup sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch until evenly coated. Arrange the fruit neatly in the prepared crust.
  5. Make the crumb topping: In a separate small bowl, combine flour, oats, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cut in the 4 tbsp cold butter until the mixture forms moist crumbles. Sprinkle the topping evenly over the nectarines.
  6. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling. If the topping browns too quickly, loosely cover with foil.
  7. Let the tart cool on a wire rack for at least 20 minutes before carefully removing the outer ring. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

For an extra rich flavor, substitute 2 tablespoons of the all-purpose flour in the crumb topping with almond flour. This tart pairs wonderfully with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream or a dollop of crème fraîche.
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