Nectarine
Juicy and Delicious
What is a Nectarine?
A Nectarine is a hybrid of a Peach and they both belong to the genus and species Prunus Persica. Both plants originated in China with up to 4,000 varieties, which are delicious, decorative and have light, medium or dark pink flowers. Nectarine and Peach produce dibble fruits which normally have white or yellow flesh. Unlike a peach, nectarines don't produce fuzz on the skin.
Nutrients & Classification
Fiber and Vitamin C are two most important nutrients in Nectarines. This fruit is classified as a drupe because it has a pit on the inside.
Nectarine Upside-Down Cake
Moist, thick and delicious caked baked with juicy nectarines on top.
Nectarine Cupcakes
Tasty bitesized nectarine filled cupcakes topped with whipped cream.
Fruit Filled Hand Pie
Crispy and satisfying triangular shaped pastry, stuffed with diced and sweet tasting nectarines.