Honey Roasted Peaches are a simple summer dessert that comes together in minutes. Caramelized peaches are drizzled with honey and topped with homemade vanilla ice cream and chopped pistachios. Broil them in the oven or sear them on the grill for an easy finish after Grilled Pork Ribs and roasted ears of corn.
Why You'll Love This Roasted Peaches Recipe
This fresh, summer peach recipe takes just minutes to prepare, but the roasted caramelization of the peaches and honey make this dessert taste like you spent a lot of time preparing it. You can also mix in some ripe nectarines or plums for a colorful presentation!
- Simple Ingredients: With just a few ingredients, this recipe is easy to put together.
- Warm and Sweet: Roasting brings out the natural sweetness of the peaches, creating a wonderfully complex flavor.
- Quick to Make: This summer dessert comes together fast, for a delicious, homemade treat without a lot of fuss.
Ingredients Overview
These oven-roasted peaches are drizzled with honey and a touch of cinnamon sugar, and they're roasted to perfection until they're soft and juicy. The result is a dessert that's both delicious and elegant.
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
How To Make Honey Roasted Peaches
This easy-to-make dessert recipe is perfect any time, and it looks incredibly elegant. The peaches are roasted to perfection on your grill or under your oven broiler, and the honey drizzle adds the perfect touch of sweetness.
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray the muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray.
Step 2: In a small bowl, combine the cinnamon with the sugar for homemade cinnamon sugar. Store leftovers in a lidded jar.
Step 3: Halve the peaches and remove the stone pits.
Step 4: Brush honey over the peaches with a basting brush. Sprinkle some cinnamon sugar over each peach halve.
Step 5: Place the peach halves in a muffin tin, casserole, or even a cast iron grilling skillet.
Step 6: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the peaches are tender and the juices are bubbling.
Step 7: Transfer the roasted peaches to a serving dish or platter. Top each with vanilla ice cream and garnish with chopped pistachio nuts. Serve immediately.
Serving Suggestions
Roasted peaches are a simple dessert on their own, or serve them alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a classic pairing. They also make a delicious topping for oatmeal or a sweet complement to yogurt parfaits.
Substitutions and Variations
Here are a few delicious variations or substitutions when making this recipe.
- Nectarines and large red plums are delicious roasted also. Make a variety all at the same time.
- You can also grill these peaches on your Traeger or on a Blackstone griddle.
- Try sprinkling some chopped fresh Thyme on the peaches before roasting.
- Substitute Maple syrup for the honey, it's also delicious with the cinnamon sugar.
Tips for Success
Here are a few tips for making this recipe:
- Choose Ripe, Firm Peaches: Select peaches that are ripe but still slightly firm. Overly soft peaches can become mushy when roasted, while under-ripe ones won't be as sweet.
- Prevent Sticking: Even if using a non-stick muffin tin, a light spray with cooking spray or a small pat of butter in each cup will ensure the peaches release easily once roasted.
- Use a Muffin Tin: Use a muffin tine to catch the peach juices, you will thank me later when clean up is a breeze.
- Evenly Coat with Honey: Ensure each peach half is well-coated with honey before roasting. This helps them caramelize beautifully and prevents them from drying out.
- Adjust Roasting Time: Roasting times can vary based on the size and ripeness of your peaches, as well as your oven. Roast until they are tender when pierced with a fork and slightly caramelized.
Storage Options
Some recommended storage options for this recipe are:
- Enjoy Immediately: Roasted peaches are truly at their best when served warm, right after they've been made.
- Refrigerate: If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- Freezing: Freezing is not recommended as it will significantly alter their texture, often making them mushy.
- Reheating: To reheat, place in the microwave and heat 15-30 second intervals, until the peaches are warmed through to your liking.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Choose peaches that are ripe but still firm. Overripe peaches will soften too much during roasting.
You can easily roast peach halves in a regular rimmed baking sheet, or even a 9x13 casserole dish. Just arrange them cut-side up in a single layer.
The peaches are done when they are soft and tender when pierced with a fork.
Dessert Recipes
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Honey Roasted Peaches
Equipment
- Muffin Pan, Traditonal
- Cast Iron Grill Skillet
- Ceramic 9x13 Casserole Dish
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoon cinnamon ground
- ¼ cup sugar
- 6 teaspoon honey any kind
- 6 Peaches fresh, halved and stones removed
- Vanilla Ice Cream Optional
- ¼ cup pistachios chopped coarsely
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray the muffin tin with non stick cooking spray.
- In a small bowl, combine the cinnamon with the sugar for homemade cinnamon sugar. Store leftovers in a lidded jar.2 teaspoon cinnamon, ¼ cup sugar
- Halve the peaches and remove the stone pits.
- Brush honey over the peaches with a basting brush. Sprinkle some cinnamon sugar over each peach halve.6 teaspoon honey, 6 Peaches
- Place the peach halves in a muffin tin, casserole, or even a cast iron grilling skillet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the peaches are tender and the juices are bubbling.
- Transfer the roasted peaches to a serving dish or platter. Top each with vanilla ice cream and garnish with chopped pistachio nuts. Serve immediately.Vanilla Ice Cream, ¼ cup pistachios
Notes
- Choose Ripe, Firm Peaches: Select peaches that are ripe but still slightly firm. Overly soft peaches can become mushy when roasted, while under-ripe ones won't be as sweet.
- Prevent Sticking: Even if using a non-stick muffin tin, a light spray with cooking spray or a small pat of butter in each cup will ensure the peaches release easily once roasted.
- Use a Muffin Tin: Use a muffin tine to catch the peach juices, you will thank me later when clean up is a breeze.
- Evenly Coat with Honey: Ensure each peach half is well-coated with honey before roasting. This helps them caramelize beautifully and prevents them from drying out.
- Adjust Roasting Time: Roasting times can vary based on the size and ripeness of your peaches, as well as your oven. Roast until they are tender when pierced with a fork and slightly caramelized.
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