Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of honey roasted peaches, a simple yet exquisite recipe that transforms ripe peaches into a warm, caramelized treat. The natural sweetness of the fruit is enhanced through roasting, resulting in juicy, tender halves drizzled with rich honey and complemented by optional spices like cinnamon and vanilla. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a healthy snack, these peach recipes are versatile enough to suit any occasion. Pair them with yogurt for a nutritious start to your day or serve over ice cream for a sweet finish to a meal. With minimal preparation and cooking time, you can enjoy this delicious dish any time you crave something sweet and wholesome.
Ingredients
- 4 ripe peaches
- 4 teaspoons honey
- 2 teaspoons butter or coconut oil
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Fresh mint or thyme (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the peaches in half and remove the pits, leaving the skins on.
- Place peach halves cut-side up in a baking dish.
- Drizzle each peach with honey and dot with butter or coconut oil.
- Optionally sprinkle with cinnamon and add vanilla extract.
- Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes until soft and golden.
- For extra caramelization, broil for 1–2 minutes if desired.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving; spoon pan juices over top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 peach half
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg