Warm, tender baked peaches are baked with a sweet, buttery cinnamon-sugar filling. The fruit becomes incredibly soft and juicy, with a caramelized flavor that’s perfect on its own or topped with cold, creamy vanilla ice cream!
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The baked peaches Recipe is the perfect way to turn a bowl of ripe fruit into a simple but spectacular dessert! It’s effortless to make, requires just a few basic ingredients, and tastes like a gourmet dessert. Get ready to make this your favorite recipe for the rest of the season!
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Peaches are a true gift of summer. Their juicy, sun-kissed sweetness is an unbeatable taste. While a fresh peach is delicious on its own, baking it brings out a whole new level of caramelized, warm flavor!
Why you’ll love these baked peaches
- Effortlessly simple: There are no complicated steps or fancy equipment here. If you can slice a peach, you can make this recipe.
- Quickly from start to finish: You can have this warm, delicious dessert on the table in less than 30 minutes. It’s a lifesaver for last minute cravings.
- Pure, healthy taste: It’s a guilt-free way to pamper yourself. The recipe brings out the natural sweetness of the peaches and provides a rich finish with just a touch of butter and sugar.
- Check this out Homemade peach sorbet for another summer dessert recipe!
Ingredients and Substitutes
These are the ingredients for these baked peaches. Scroll down to the recipe card below to see the entire recipe.
Start by using ripe peaches. Carefully cut them in half and remove the seeds.
Drizzle some olive oil over the halved peaches. This allows them to caramelize in the oven.
Then mix together melted butter, cinnamon and coconut sugar. Pour this mixture into the cavities of the peaches.
Top the baked peaches with anything you like Ice cream!
Taste and texture
Baking makes the peaches soft and juicy. The small amount of olive oil helps turn the outside a little golden brown. The mixture of melted butter, cinnamon and sugar creates a sweet, bubbly sauce inside the peach.
Eating a warm, tender peach with a scoop of cold ice cream on top is a perfect mix of warm and cold, soft and creamy!
How to make baked peaches
Step 1
First, preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Step 2
Halve the ripe peaches and remove the stone. Place the peaches, cut side up, in a rimmed baking dish. Drizzle with a little olive oil.
Step 3
Bake the peaches for 15 minutes. Then carefully remove it from the oven. In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, cinnamon and coconut sugar. Stir together.
Step 4
Place this mixture in the center of each peach. Bake an additional 10 to 12 minutes or until warm and bubbling.
Step 5
Finally, remove from the oven. Top with vanilla ice cream if desired!
Expert tips for perfectly baked peaches
Start with ripe peaches: This is the most important step. A good peach should give slightly when lightly pressed. A freestone grade makes removing the pit easier.
Don’t be afraid of the juice: As the peaches bake, they release their sweet juice into the pan. This is exactly what you want! The rimmed baking dish offers space for everything and keeps your oven clean.
Bake until tender: The key is to bake until the peaches are soft and warm. Check them towards the end of the baking time – you want them to be tender, not mushy.
Flavor variations and add-ins
This baked peaches recipe is a fantastic place to start. Feel free to let your creativity flow!
- Switch up the spices: Add a pinch of nutmeg, a pinch of cardamom, or some ginger to the cinnamon-sugar mixture for a warm, spicy touch.
- Add a Crunchy Topping: Before final baking, sprinkle some chopped pecans, walnuts, or almonds into the center of the peaches for a nice textural contrast.
- Try different sweeteners: Swap the coconut sugar for brown sugar, a drizzle of maple syrup, or honey for another sweetener.
- Don’t forget the herbs: A small sprig of fresh rosemary or thyme can add a surprising and sophisticated flavor that goes wonderfully with the peaches.
How to serve and store baked peaches
Serve your baked peaches immediately while they are still warm. They are best served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
For a lighter version, you can also use a dollop of yogurt. If you have leftovers, place them in a sealed container in the refrigerator. They last up to 3 days.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
A ripe peach smells sweet and feels a little soft when pressed. There will be no green spots.
Nectarines, plums and even firm pears or apples are great alternatives. However, keep in mind that the baking time may need to be adjusted depending on the firmness of the fruit.
If your peaches aren’t ripe or aren’t as sweet as you’d like, you can add a little more coconut sugar to the filling. A light drizzle of honey or maple syrup after baking also helps.
Equipment needed
Dust bakeware: The smaller baking dish works great for these baked peaches.
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