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Perfect Brown Butter Nectarine Crumble Bars

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 12 bars
Calories 250
Delight in these buttery, fruity crumble bars with a rich brown butter flavor and juicy nectarines, perfect for a sweet treat or dessert.

Ingredients

Dough and Crust

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, browned and slightly cooled
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 cup almond flour
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.25 cup brown sugar
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Filling

  • 3 cups fresh nectarines, peeled, pitted, and sliced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 0.25 cup sliced or chopped almonds (optional)

Instructions 

  • Brown the butter in a saucepan until golden and nutty, then cool slightly.
  • Mix dry ingredients; add browned butter, egg, and vanilla until crumbly.
  • Press two-thirds of dough into a greased pan; bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15 minutes.
  • Prepare nectarine filling; spread over crust.
  • Crumble remaining dough over filling; sprinkle almonds if using; bake 25–30 minutes.
  • Cool completely before cutting into bars.

Notes

Use ripe nectarines for best flavor.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Keyword: nectarines