Ingredients
Method
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a small baking dish or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Halve the nectarines and remove the pits. Place them cut-side up in the prepared baking dish.
- In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon. Spoon this mixture evenly over the cut surface of each nectarine half.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until the nectarines are tender and the sugar topping is bubbly and slightly caramelized. Set aside to cool slightly.
- While the nectarines roast, prepare the vincotto drizzle. Combine the balsamic vinegar and honey in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer and reduce until the mixture coats the back of a spoon (about 5-7 minutes). It should be syrupy, not overly thick. Remove from heat.
- Prepare the cream: In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and the scraped seeds from the vanilla bean until soft peaks form. Do not over-whip.
- To assemble, place two warm roasted nectarine halves on each plate. Spoon a generous dollop of the vanilla bean cream alongside the fruit. Drizzle generously with the warm vincotto reduction before serving.
Notes
For a richer flavor, you can lightly brush the nectarine edges with olive oil before adding the sugar topping. This dessert is best served warm.
