Description
Discover the best late-season peach recipe that highlights the juicy sweetness and tender texture of ripe peaches. Perfect for a delightful dessert or snack, this recipe brings out the natural flavors of peaches with minimal preparation, making it a simple yet irresistible treat.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 4 ripe late-season peaches, halved and pitted
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: a handful of chopped nuts (e.g., pecans or walnuts) for topping
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the peaches evenly and bring out their sweetness.
- Prepare Peaches: Wash the peaches thoroughly. Cut each peach in half and remove the pit. Place the halves cut side up in a baking dish, ensuring they are spaced evenly for uniform cooking.
- Add Toppings: In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and ground cinnamon together. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the peach halves. Drizzle the melted butter and vanilla extract on top to enhance the flavor and help caramelize the fruit.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake the peaches for 25-30 minutes. The peaches should be tender and their juices slightly bubbling.
- Optional Garnish: Remove the peaches from the oven and sprinkle with chopped nuts if using. Allow them to cool slightly before serving to enjoy the warm, sweet, and spiced peaches.
Notes
- Use peaches that are ripe but still firm to hold their shape during baking.
- For an extra indulgent dessert, serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of Greek yogurt.
- Substitute brown sugar with honey or maple syrup for a natural sweetener option.
- This recipe can be easily doubled to serve a larger group.
- Leftover baked peaches can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and enjoyed cold or gently reheated.
