Recipe: Nectarine cake is a delicious summer dessert

The useful part

This easy nectarine cake is a delicious summer dessert made with the fruit of the season. Fresh nectarines are inside and on the top of the cake, so you get the sweet fruit in every bite. Slice nectarines in half and remove pits, chop one nectarine into small chunks.

How it works

• Slice the remaining nectarine for the top of the cake, the slices should not be thicker than a 1/4 inch.
• In another mixing bowl, whisk together buttermilk, melted and cooled butter, eggs, and vanilla.
• Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smooth the top with a spatula and arrange nectarine slices on top of the cake.

Details worth keeping

Nectarine Cake 2 nectarines, or 2 peaches 1 1/2 cup (375 mL) all-purpose flour 3/4 cup (180 mL) granulated sugar 1/4 tsp (1 mL) salt 2 tsp (10 mL) baking powder 1/4 tsp (1 mL) baking soda 2 large eggs 3/4 cup (180 mL) buttermilk 1/2 cup (125 mL) unsalted butter melted and cooled 1 tsp (5 mL) anilla extract Preheat oven to 350 F. Line a nine-inch round pan with parchment paper. In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.