Beef Free Classic Grilled Peaches
Summer fruit on a hot grill is one of those combinations that feels almost too simple to be this good. Ripe peaches get brushed with a honey-butter glaze spiked with cinnamon and a pinch of salt, then laid cut-side down until deep caramel grill marks form and the natural sugars concentrate into something truly special. The flip reveals tender, juicy flesh with just enough char to balance the sweetness — no meat, no marinades, no fuss. This is a naturally beef-free dish from start to finish, so there's nothing to swap or substitute; every ingredient here is exactly what it sounds like. Served warm alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a few fresh mint leaves, it hits that rare sweet spot between elegant dessert and effortless backyard cooking. Whether you're hosting a cookout or just craving something a little indulgent on a weeknight, these peaches deliver serious flavor with minimal effort.
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4 servings
- 4 ripe but firm peaches, halved and pitted
- 1 tbsp neutral oil (such as canola or grapeseed)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tbsp honey
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch kosher salt
For serving
- vanilla ice cream, for serving (optional)
- fresh mint leaves, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat an outdoor grill or grill pan over high heat until very hot, about 5 minutes. Brush the grates or pan surface with the neutral oil.
- 2
Stir together the melted butter, honey, cinnamon, and salt in a small bowl until combined. Brush the cut side of each peach half generously with the honey-butter mixture, reserving the remainder for basting.
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