Grilled Peaches
Enjoy sweet, smoky, and caramelized peaches in minutes with this easy recipe. This guide helps you pick the best ripe yet firm fruit and grill it perfectly until the brown sugar melts into a glossy, irresistible topping.
Equipment
- Grill or grill pan
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 4 ripe peaches, halved and pits removed
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions
- Mix the brown sugar and pumpkin pie spice in a small bowl, then keep it nearby for the grill. The spice should be evenly distributed through the sugar so the topping melts evenly later.
- Brush the cut sides of the peach halves with melted butter and place them cut-side down on a grill or grill pan over medium heat, then brush the tops with the remaining butter. The butter helps reduce sticking and encourages clear grill marks as the peaches begin to heat through.
- Cook the peaches for 4 to 6 minutes, then turn them over and sprinkle the brown sugar mixture onto the cut sides. They should release more easily once marks form and the flesh starts to soften.
- Continue cooking for 3 to 5 minutes more until the peaches are tender and the sugar melts over the surface. Look for a glossy, bubbly coating and peach flesh that yields easily when pierced with a fork.
- Transfer the peaches to a platter and serve warm with vanilla ice cream, a drizzle of honey, and fresh thyme if you like. Handle them gently with tongs because hot peaches soften quickly and can release a little hot juice.
Notes
Choosing the Right Peaches: For best results, use freestone peaches that are ripe but still firm. They should smell fragrant and have a little give when pressed gently, but not feel soft.
Prevent Sticking: To keep peaches from sticking, start with clean, preheated grill grates. Brushing the cut sides with melted butter is also essential.
Grill Marks: For clear grill marks, place the peaches cut-side down and leave them alone until they release easily from the grill. Moving them too soon will prevent good marks from forming.
Storage: Let leftover grilled peaches cool, then store them in a covered container in the refrigerator. Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave to prevent them from getting mushy.
Nutrition information is an estimate based on common ingredients and serving sizes. Values may vary depending on brands, portions, and substitutions.