Citrus Free Classic Grilled Peaches
Stone fruit season deserves a moment like this — juicy peaches kissed by high heat until they're caramelized, tender, and almost jammy at the center. A simple glaze of melted butter, honey, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt is all it takes to turn fresh peaches into something that tastes genuinely special. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of citrus, so there's no need to swap anything out or second-guess a label — it just works as written. The high-heat method creates those deep grill marks and concentrates the peach's natural sweetness in a way that feels almost indulgent without any extra effort. Served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a few fresh mint leaves, this is the kind of dessert that disappears fast and earns immediate requests for seconds. It's also flexible enough to work as a side alongside grilled meats if you want to lean into the savory-sweet contrast. Simple, stunning, and completely stress-free for anyone avoiding citrus in all its forms.
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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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