Honey Baked Nectarines with Toasted Almonds is a simple and delicious dessert. This recipe uses fresh nectarines baked with honey and topped with crunchy toasted almonds.
Author:Chloe Thompson
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:25 minutes
Total Time:35 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:Mediterranean
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
4 ripe nectarines, halved and pitted
2 tablespoons honey
1/4 cup slivered almonds
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Pinch of ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Arrange nectarine halves, cut-side up, in a baking dish.
Drizzle honey over each nectarine half.
Sprinkle slivered almonds over the nectarines.
If using, add vanilla extract and a pinch of cinnamon.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until nectarines are tender and almonds are golden brown.
Serve warm.
Notes
Choose firm but ripe nectarines for the best texture.
You can substitute other stone fruits like peaches or plums.
Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of yogurt for an extra treat.