ALMOND FRUIT CRISP

Almond Fruit Crisp image

Sliced almonds give extra crunch to these yummy individual crisps made with plums and nectarines or peaches. We love desserts, but this one has to be our very favorite. I usually serve it with ice cream. -Elizabeth Sicard, Summerfield, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

1-1/2 pounds nectarines or peaches, cubed
1-1/2 pounds red plums, cubed
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons quick-cooking tapioca
Dash salt
ALMOND TOPPING:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Dash salt
1/4 cup cold butter, cubed
3 tablespoons almond paste
1 large egg, room temperature, lightly beaten
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1/3 cup sliced almonds

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine nectarines and plums. Drizzle with lemon juice; toss to coat. Combine the sugar, tapioca and salt; sprinkle over fruit and toss to coat evenly. Let stand for 15 minutes. Spoon into 10 greased 6-oz. custard cups. , In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Cut in butter and almond paste until crumbly. Combine egg and extract; stir into crumb mixture just until blended. Sprinkle over fruit. Top with almonds. , Place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until fruit is bubbly and topping is golden brown. Cool for 15-20 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 103mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (44g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.