Pork 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. The cut sides go down first, soaking up heat until deep grill marks form and the natural sugars turn golden and jammy — it's a transformation that happens fast and looks absolutely stunning on a platter. A quick honey-butter glaze with a hint of cinnamon and a pinch of salt ties everything together, adding richness and warmth without overwhelming the fresh peach flavor. Every ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free of pork or pork-derived products, so there's nothing to second-guess when you're shopping or cooking. Served warm alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream, the contrast of hot caramelized fruit and cold creamy sweetness is genuinely hard to beat. A few fresh mint leaves on top make it look like something from a restaurant dessert menu, even though it came together in minutes on your backyard grill.
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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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