Transform peaches into the ultimate juicy and caramelized summer dessert using this quick & easy grilled peaches recipe with cinnamon + brown sugar!
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
As soon as peach and nectarine season arrives, I'm busy whipping up batches of this easy peach crisp or this banana nectarine smoothie. On cooler days, I turn to warm roasted peaches… but have you ever tried cinnamon brown sugar grilled peaches?
Grilling peaches intensifies their natural sugars, caramelizing them for a sweet treat. Pair it with warm cinnamon (or pumpkin spice), brown sugar, and chopped nuts (for crunch), and it'll become a summer go-to (child-approved!) for BBQs and summer gatherings.
Best of all, this 5-ingredient brown sugar grilled peaches recipe is SO quick and easy, can be adapted in several ways, and can be made using a grill, grill pan, or air fryer to enjoy even on non-grill-worthy weather days. You might also enjoy a watermelon mint salad, easy yogurt mango popsicles, or this easy strawberry slushie this summer!
The Ingredients
Refer to the recipe card for the full list of ingredients, substitutes, and quantities.
Recipe Variations
- Grilled balsamic peaches: Grill with just oil, then drizzle with balsamic reduction.
- Crumbled vegan cookies: A sprinkle of graham crackers or ginger cookies, etc., adds more crunch.
- Other toppings: i.e., shredded coconut, vegan chocolate chips, crumble topping, etc.
How to Grill Peaches
Step 1: First, preheat the grill or a grill pan over medium or medium-high heat (350-375F) and cut each peach in half, removing the pit. Then, combine the oil and brown sugar in a small bowl .
Step 2: Generously brush the cut side of the peaches with the oil and brown sugar mixture.
Step 3: Carefully place the peaches on the grill/grill pan, cut side down, and cook for 2-3 minutes or until grill marks are achieved.
Step 4: Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the walnuts/pecans, cinnamon (or pumpkin spice), and salt, and sprinkle the mixture over the grilled peaches. Enjoy immediately, optionally served with a scoop of plant-based vanilla ice cream or Ninja Creami peach sorbet.
FAQs
Following the natural seam line in the peach, run a sharp knife all the way around. Then, gently twist the two halves to pull them apart. Use a spoon to remove the pit. Use freestone peaches for easier pit removal.
Yes, though I prefer to do so using a grill sheet so they don't accidentally fall through the grill grates.
Preheat the air fryer to 350F/175C, then air fry them in the basket or on a grill grate insert for 5-7 minutes, skin-side down. Flip, brush more of the brown sugar topping over the top, and air fry for 2-3 minutes. Serve.
Pro Recipe Tips
- Use only 'just' ripe peaches: They should be ripe yet firm. That way, they won't fall apart, and the grilling process caramelizes them to bring out their sweetness.
- Preheat the grill: This is important to avoid sticking and cooking the peaches in the necessary time will avoid them from burning or becoming mushy before ready.
- Grill undisturbed: This ensures they form nice grill lines. For the best pan-grilled peaches, use a cast-iron grill pan - this produces the most grill-like results.
What To Serve With Grilled Peaches?
- A scoop of vegan cinnamon or vegan vanilla ice cream (try out these homemade vegan mango ice cream and vegan strawberry ice cream recipes)
- Whipped coconut cream (optionally sweetened with vanilla)
- A dollop of dairy-free Greek yogurt and optional fresh berries
- Granola and a drizzle of maple syrup
- A sprinkle of dairy-free goat cheese or feta
- Over a simple leafy green salad (i.e., spinach, arugula) or even this vegan cobb salad, cold noodle salad, or ramen noodle cabbage salad
- Alongside vegan breakfasts or added into muffins/bread recipes like these banana oatmeal muffins or easy protein banana bread
Storage Instructions
In the fridge: In an airtight container for 3-4 days.
Freezer: I don't recommend freezing grilled peaches, as they become mushy.
Reheat: Microwave for 40-60 seconds until warm.
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Easy Grilled Peaches
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Ingredients
- 4 large ripe peaches halved and pitted (not overly ripe)
- 2 tablespoons of neutral oil
- ¼ cup of brown sugar
- ½ cup of walnuts or pecans chopped
- ¼ teaspoon of cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice
- ¼ teaspoon of salt
- Plant-based vanilla ice cream (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat.
- In a small bowl, combine the oil and brown sugar.
- Generously brush the cut side of each peach half with the oil and sugar mixture.
- Place the peaches cut side down on the grill or hot pan. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until grill marks appear and the peaches begin to caramelize.
- Remove from the grill and place on a serving plate, cut side up.
- In a separate small bowl, combine the chopped walnuts or pecans, cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice, and salt. Sprinkle the mixture over the warm peaches.
- Optionally, top with a scoop of plant-based vanilla ice cream and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use only 'just' ripe peaches: They should be ripe yet firm. That way, they won't fall apart, and the grilling process caramelizes them to bring out their sweetness.
- Preheat the grill: This is important to avoid sticking and cooking the peaches in the necessary time will avoid them from burning or becoming mushy before ready.
- Grill undisturbed: This ensures they form nice grill lines. For the best pan-grilled peaches, use a cast-iron grill pan - this produces the most grill-like results.
Andrea says
Love these grilled peaches!