Fresh peaches are halved, sprinkled in brown sugar and spices, then baked until tender in this easy, delicious dessert. Don’t forget the vanilla ice cream!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
One of my favorite things about summer are fresh, in-season peaches, and these Cinnamon Sugar Baked Peaches are such a easy, delicious way to prepare them.
Used white peaches — this dessert was a hit with the family!
Susan
With just a handful of basic ingredients, like cinnamon and sugar, you can have these delectable dessert on the table in about 15 minutes!
It’s crazy how good these baked peaches are, when the recipe is so basic. Which just goes to show you that a recipe doesn’t have to be complicated or have a long list of ingredients to be good.
Of course, topping these peaches off with a scoop of vanilla ice cream is a must. If you want to get really fancy, try adding a drizzle of caramel sauce and some toasted pecans.
Really, the warm, spiced peach with some melty ice cream is a match made in heaven!
One of my favorite things about this recipe (besides it’s simplicity) is that it can easily be adjusted up to feed a crowd, or down for a single serving.
One important tip: you really do need to use ripe peaches in this recipe. No amount of sugar coating and baking is going to soften up an under-ripe peach and make it taste good.
Although I haven’t tried it, I’m sure this recipe would work with similar fruits, like pears or nectarines. And if you want to try something besides ice cream, a dollop of sweetened mascarpone cheese is tasty too.
Homemade whipped cream is another great topping. Or, if you’re like my children and prefer whipped cream from a can, that’s fine too!
Really, it’s hard to mess this one up…..so head out to your local farmer’s market and pick up some fresh peaches so you can make these Cinnamon Sugar Baked Peaches today!
Recipe Tips
- Use the freshest, ripest peaches you can find. If you’re peaches aren’t ripe, the pit will be very difficult to remove.
- To pit peaches, use a paring knife to slice around the peach, starting and ending at the stem. Twist each half of the peach to separate it. Slide your knife under the top and bottom of the pit to loosen it, then just pull it out with your fingers.
Ingredients
- Fresh peaches – ripe but firm
- Butter – I use unsalted
- Brown sugar – light or dark
- Spices: cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, salt
- Vanilla ice cream – use your favorite brand
FAQs
Do I need to peel the peaches? No. You can if you want to, but it doesn’t really add anything to the recipe. Plus, the peels have extra vitamins and nutrients.
What if my peaches aren’t ripe?The peaches will soften somewhat when baked, but the final result will be sweeter and much better tasting if you use ripe peaches.
What are good toppings for baked peaches?Vanilla ice cream is our favorite, but whipped cream, caramel sauce, honey and roasted or candied nuts are also great choices.
Which varieties of peaches are best for baking?Any variety of peach will work in this recipe. Yellow freestone peaches are my favorite peach to use in this recipe, but the results will be delicious no matter what kind of peaches you use.
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Cinnamon Sugar Baked Peaches
Ingredients
- 4 large ripe peaches
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of nutmeg
- Pinch of cloves
- Pinch of salt
- Vanilla ice cream for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Slice 4 large peaches in half and remove pits. Arrange on a large baking sheet or pan.
- Place a small piece of butter in the center of each peach.
- Combine 3 tablespoons brown sugar, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, Pinch of nutmeg, Pinch of cloves and Pinch of salt in a small bowl. Sprinkle mixture over peaches.
- Bake for 8-12 minutes, or until peaches are tender and golden. Top with vanilla ice cream before serving.
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