Nectarine Bars

This nectarine bar recipe uses fresh nectarines atop a simple buttery crust for this versatile, fruity, no-fuss, family-friendly snack and dessert.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 55 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
• Calories: 268 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 eggs
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 3 nectarines, sliced, divided
• 0.5 cup butter
• 1.5 cups white sugar, divided

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

Combine flour and 1/2 cup sugar in a 9x13-inch baking pan; cut in butter until mixture is crumbly. Press firmly into an even layer.

Step 3

Bake in the preheated oven until crust is lightly brown, about 25 minutes.

Step 4

Place 1/3 of the nectarine slices in a blender and puree until smooth. Stir cornstarch into mixture until well combined.

Step 5

Beat eggs in a large bowl using an electric mixer until light; gradually beat in remaining 1 cup sugar until well combined. Stir in nectarine mixture; pour evenly over crust.

Step 6

Bake until almost set, about 30 minutes. Let cool completely on a rack, 30 minutes to 1 hour. Cut into bars and top with remaining nectarine slices.