Fresh peaches are already at their best, sweet, juicy, and tender, so the smallest effort transforms them into a delectable dessert. I love standing outside as they cook, soaking in the warm weather while it’s still here. When they’re done (they only take 3 minutes!), I scoop them off the grill, top them with vanilla ice cream, toasted nuts, and fresh herbs, and dig in.
There’s a time and place for rich cakes and fudgy brownies, but right now, grilled peaches are an unbeatable treat. If you’ve never had them, I hope you make them in the coming weeks. The grill enhances the peaches’ natural sweetness, makes them extra-juicy, and gives them a light smoky flavor.
How to Grill Peaches (the BEST Grilled Peaches!)
Grilled Peaches (+6 different topping ideas!) 🔗
Juicy and delicious grilled peaches with 6 different topping ideas! Learn exactly how to grill peaches with this easy tutorial, then finish them off with one of our sweet or savory topping ideas. These delicious, healthy grilled peaches make the perfect breakfast, snack or dessert on a summer day!
Prep: 5min
Total: 8min
Ingredients:
- For the peaches:
- 4 ripe peaches, halved and pitted
- Olive oil, for brushing the peaches
- Topping ideas:
- Peach Caprese
- Burrata
- Balsamic Glaze
- Basil Ribbons
- Salted Peanut Butter Caramel Sundae
- Vanilla bean ice cream of choice
- Salted Peanut Butter Caramel
- Cinnamon Brown Sugar Topping*
- 1-2 tablespoons melted salted butter
- 1-2 tablespoons brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- Salted Brown Butter & Ice Cream
- Vanilla ice cream
- 1-2 tablespoons butter, browned
- Lemon Ricotta Pistachio**
- Ricotta
- Lemon zest
- Salt, to taste
- Chopped roasted pistachios
- Drizzle of honey
- Basil or arugula
- Yogurt + Granola (breakfast version!)
- Vanilla or plain greek yogurt
- My favorite granola recipe
- Drizzle of honey
Instruction:
- Preheat your grill to medium high heat or about 400 degrees F.
- Brush peach halves with olive oil to prevent them from sticking to the grill. *For the Cinnamon Brown Sugar topping: mix the butter, brown sugar and cinnamon together and spread over peaches before grilling.Place peach halves flesh-side down on the grill and cook for 3-4 minutes or until grill marks form. Only grill one side until the peaches are slightly juicy.
- Remove peach halves from the grill and serve with your desired toppings.**For the Lemon Ricotta Pistachio topping: mix lemon, ricotta and salt together, then place on grilled peaches and top with pistachios, a drizzle of honey, and basil OR a few arugula pieces.This serves 4, but feel free to double the recipe or cut in half for a smaller serving. Enjoy!
FAQ
What goes well with roasted peaches?
Delicious Flavor Combinations for Peaches and Raspberries Caramel. Spices and Herbs. Cheeses. Nuts. Coconut. Citrus. The classic flavor combination of raspberry and peach, better known as Peach Melba, was inspired by opera singer Nellie Melba.
Do you need to peel peaches before grilling?
You don’t need to peel peaches to grill them; however, if you prefer to remove the peach skins, you can. Grilling peaches softens the flesh of the peach and draws out the sugars, producing caramelized, soft peaches that are incredibly flavorful.
Does grilling peaches make them sweeter?
Peaches and other underripe fruit’s natural sugars are enhanced by the grill’s heat, which also softens the fruit’s skin for a sweet, slightly caramelized, and delicious peach.