MSG Free Classic Grilled Peaches
Summer fruit on a hot grill is one of those simple pleasures that never gets old, and this recipe delivers caramelized, golden peach halves that taste like pure sunshine. The honey-butter glaze — just melted butter, honey, a pinch of cinnamon, and kosher salt — cooks down into something almost jammy against the seared cut side, creating deep grill marks and a sticky, fragrant finish. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of added glutamates, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or swap anything out. Ripe but firm peaches are key: they hold their shape on the grates while still softening beautifully inside, giving you that perfect contrast of tender flesh and slightly charred edges. Served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a few fresh mint leaves, this is the kind of dessert that looks impressive but comes together in minutes. It's an effortless crowd-pleaser that works just as well at a backyard cookout as it does as a quiet weeknight treat.
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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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