Pecan Free Classic Grilled Peaches
Summer fruit doesn't get much better than a perfectly caramelized peach straight off the grill, and this recipe delivers that smoky-sweet magic with just a handful of pantry staples. Ripe peaches get brushed with a honey-butter glaze spiked with cinnamon and a pinch of salt, then cooked cut-side down until deep grill marks form and the natural sugars turn golden and jammy. A second baste before flipping ensures every bite is sticky, fragrant, and tender all the way through. The whole thing comes together on a screaming-hot grill or grill pan, so you get that gorgeous char without any fuss. Served warm alongside vanilla ice cream and a few fresh mint leaves, it's the kind of dessert that looks impressive but requires almost no effort. Every ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free from tree nut concerns, so you can focus entirely on nailing that caramelized crust.
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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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