Description
Grilled Peaches are a delightful summer dessert featuring juicy, ripe peaches caramelized to perfection on the grill. This simple recipe highlights the natural sweetness of peaches enhanced with a touch of butter, honey, and cinnamon, served warm and optionally topped with vanilla ice cream for an indulgent finish.
Ingredients
Peaches
- 4 ripe peaches, halved and pitted
Glaze and Toppings
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 2 tablespoons honey
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Fresh mint leaves, for garnish (optional)
- Vanilla ice cream, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the grill: Set your grill to medium heat to prepare for cooking the peaches, ensuring an even temperature for caramelization.
- Prepare the peaches: Brush the cut sides of each peach half generously with melted butter to enhance browning and flavor during grilling.
- Grill peaches cut-side down: Place the peach halves on the grill, cut-side down, and cook for 3-4 minutes until grill marks appear and the fruit starts to soften.
- Flip and continue grilling: Turn the peaches over and grill the skin side for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the peaches to become tender while holding their shape.
- Add honey and cinnamon: Remove the peaches from the grill, drizzle them with honey, and sprinkle evenly with ground cinnamon to add sweetness and a warming spice.
- Garnish and serve: Optionally, adorn with fresh mint leaves for a burst of color and freshness, and serve warm, accompanied by a scoop of vanilla ice cream if desired for a creamy contrast.
Notes
- Firm-ripe peaches are ideal for grilling as they hold their shape without becoming mushy.
- Nectarines can be used as a substitute for peaches, offering a similar flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
