Warm Nectarines With Almonds and Vanilla Ice Cream – Sweden

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2

Warm Nectarines With Almonds and Vanilla Ice Cream - Sweden

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

255

Sugar

20g

Fat

17g

In Sweden, they like to use nectarines in desserts during the summer months when the fruit is in season. Warm Nectarines With Almonds and Vanilla Ice Cream is a classic Swedish dessert that is easy and delicious. The juicy nectarines are cooked with sugar, butter, and lemon juice until soft and caramelized. They are then sprinkled with roasted sliced almonds and baked until the almonds are toasted. This dish is traditionally served warm with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream. It's the perfect dessert to follow a summer barbeque or to enjoy as a sweet treat on a warm evening.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.	Halve and de-stone the nectarines, then slice each half into 4 pieces.
3.	Sprinkle the sugar over the nectarines and toss until coated.
4.	Melt the butter in a frying pan over medium heat, then add the nectarines and cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned.
5.	Add the lemon juice to the pan and cook for a further 1-2 minutes to allow the juices to thicken.
6.	Transfer the nectarines and any juices to an ovenproof dish and sprinkle with the sliced almonds.
7.	Bake in the oven for 8-10 minutes, until the almonds are lightly toasted and the nectarines are warmed through.
8.	Serve with a scoop or two of vanilla ice cream.

PROS

This dessert is a delicious and easy way to use ripe nectarines in season.

The combination of warm fruit and cool ice cream is a crowd-pleaser.

It takes less than 30 minutes to make, so it’s perfect for a last-minute dessert.

CONS

This dessert is quite sweet, so it may not be suitable for those with a sweet tooth.

The dish needs to be eaten immediately after being cooked, as it does not keep well.

If you are vegan or lactose intolerant, the vanilla ice cream can easily be substituted with a non-dairy alternative.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Nectarines are a good source of vitamin C, potassium, and dietary fiber.
Almonds are high in healthy monounsaturated fats, fiber, protein, and various important nutrients.
As with any dessert, this should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

	6 nectarines
	2 tablespoons sugar
	2 tablespoons butter
	1 lemon , juice of
	1/2 cup roasted sliced almonds
	vanilla ice cream