Macadamia Free Classic Grilled Peaches
Summer fruit on a hot grill is one of those simple pleasures that never gets old, and these caramelized peaches deliver serious wow factor with minimal effort. Ripe but firm peaches hold their shape beautifully over high heat, developing deep grill marks and a golden, jammy cut surface that looks almost too good to eat. A quick brush of honey, melted butter, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt transforms each half into something that tastes far more indulgent than the short ingredient list suggests. The whole recipe relies on straightforward pantry staples — no specialty items, no nut-based oils or toppings to navigate around — so it's naturally free of tree nut concerns without any substitutions required. Served warm alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a few fresh mint leaves, this dessert hits that perfect balance of smoky, sweet, and creamy. It's the kind of recipe that works just as well at a backyard cookout as it does as a weeknight treat when peaches are at their peak.
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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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