Nectarine and Strawberry Crust Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 7 tbsp unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
• ¼ cup cold water
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 egg yolk
• 3 nectarines, sliced
• 1 cup strawberries, sliced
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• ½ cup granulated sugar

Instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
2. Using your fingers, work in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Whisk together the egg yolk and water in a small bowl. Gradually add the egg mixture to the flour mixture, stirring until the dough comes together.
4. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface into a 12-inch circle. Transfer the dough to a 9-inch pie dish and trim any excess dough from the edges.
5. In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and granulated sugar. Add the nectarines and strawberries and stir until the fruit is evenly coated.
6. Arrange the fruit mixture in the prepared crust.
7. Bake in a preheated 375°F oven for 40-45 minutes or until the fruit is tender and the crust is golden brown.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool completely before serving.

Verdict:

This nectarine and strawberry crust is the perfect summer dessert to satisfy your sweet tooth. The combination of juicy nectarines and strawberries with a buttery crust is simply divine. It’s easy to make and is sure to impress your guests.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve this nectarine and strawberry crust warm or at room temperature with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. It also pairs well with a refreshing glass of iced tea or lemonade.