Baked Peaches with Brown Sugar and Cinnamon Recipe
This delightful dessert features ripe peaches baked to tender perfection, topped with a buttery brown sugar and cinnamon mixture. Served warm with creamy vanilla ice cream or whipped cream and a drizzle of rich caramel sauce, these baked peaches offer a perfect balance of sweetness and spice ideal for a cozy treat or elegant dessert.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 6 peach halves (3 servings) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit
- 3 large ripe peaches
Butter and Sweeteners
- 1 to 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
Spices
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Serving
- Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream (for serving)
- Caramel sauce (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease an oven-safe baking dish with nonstick spray to prevent sticking during baking.
- Prepare Peaches: Cut the peaches in half and carefully remove the pits. Arrange the peach halves cut-side up in the prepared baking dish, ensuring they sit evenly spaced.
- Add Butter: Place about 3/4 teaspoon of salted butter in the center of each peach half to add richness and help caramelize the topping.
- Mix Sugar and Cinnamon: In a small bowl, combine the light brown sugar and ground cinnamon, then evenly sprinkle this mixture over all the peach halves for a warm spiced sweetness.
- Bake Peaches: Bake the peaches in the preheated oven for 10 to 13 minutes until they become soft and golden, while still maintaining their shape, signaling they are perfectly cooked.
- Serve Warm: Allow the baked peaches to cool slightly before serving. Plate them warm topped with scoops of vanilla ice cream or dollops of whipped cream and finish with a drizzle of caramel sauce for an indulgent dessert experience.
Notes
- Choose ripe but firm peaches to ensure they hold their shape during baking.
- Adjust the amount of brown sugar according to your preferred sweetness.
- You can substitute salted butter with unsalted butter and a pinch of salt if preferred.
- For a dairy-free option, serve with coconut whipped cream or a vegan ice cream alternative.
- Serve immediately after baking for best texture and flavor.
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