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    Published: Jun 23, 2020 · Modified: Sep 17, 2021 by Sara

    Grilled Peaches with Toasted Pecans and Ice Cream

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    Grilled Peaches are the perfect way to end a meal. Grilling brings out the divine flavor of summer’s favorite fruit. This easy recipe is perfect for when you have a grill already hot from cooking your meat or seafood and veggies.

    grilled peach haves

    Shop local for peaches and more

    It’s peach season in the south and that’s one of my favorite times of the year. Is there anything better than a sweet, fragrant, juicy peach? We think not.

    We’ve got lots of peach recipes here on Biscuits & Burlap so you can have lots of variety. Peach Mango Pie has a different twist with mangoes added. And, Chilled Peach Soup is something you don’t see everyday. Lots of people like it for wedding and baby showers!

    We love to get our peaches from our local farmers market and we encourage you to shop local too. Support your area farmers and markets anytime you can.

    Our very favorite peach farm is Pearson Farm and most every Saturday during the summer we can count on getting fresh, juicy peaches from Pearson’s at our market.

    grilled peach halves with slices behind

    Grilled Peaches are best with freestones

    For this super simple grilled peach recipe the freestone variety is best. Freestone just means that the peach separates easily from the seed in the center. Cut the peach in half following the natural line and gently pull to separate the peach halves from the pit.

    Freestone peaches are generally available from about mid-June through the end of the summer. Ask your vendor if their peaches are the freestone type. They’ll know what you mean.

    This recipe uses an interesting, but optional ingredient – cane syrup

    grilled peaches with syrup behind

    I know what you’re thinking… Cane syrup? Who has cane syrup? Well, interestingly enough, our family has an annual event where we actually make cane syrup. Read more about the cane grinding here.

    For an interesting article on all kinds of southern food traditions like our cane grinding you’ll want to read Southern Food: Then & Now.

    Don’t know anyone in the sugar cane syrup business? Don’t worry… you can replace it with molasses, honey, or maple syrup.

    How to make grilled peaches

    grilled peach halves on pan

    Start with a hot grill – medium to medium-high is good. Mix the sugar, syrup and cinnamon in a small bowl and set it aside.

    Cut the peaches in half and rub a little oil on the cut side. Place them cut side down on the grill and leave them in place long enough to get those beautiful grill marks (about 4-5 minutes).

    Then, flip them over and move them off to the edges of the grill, out of direct heat.

    This is when the magic happens. Scoop a little of that cinnamony, sugary, cane syrupy goodness onto each grilled peach, and wait about ten minutes or so.

    What you’re watching for is when the sugar in the mixture doesn’t look grainy anymore… it should look like caramel oozing over the top of the grilled peaches. I know, I know… You’re getting hungry.

    Last, transfer the warm peaches to a bowl, serve with vanilla ice cream, and sprinkle with toasted pecans. Done!

    Caramelized Peaches in a skillet

    If you don’t grill you can get similar results with this recipe for Caramelized Peaches. It’s super easy made in a skillet (we prefer cast iron) and you’ll love serving them with ice cream or on top of pound cake or french toast.

    Grilled Apples too

    Did you know that lots of fruits are great cooked on the grill? Grilled Apples make a wonderful side dish or dessert and sprinkled with a little granola they’ll be a perfect addition to your breakfast or brunch buffet.

    grilled peaches on plate with mint leaves

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    The ice cream?

    You can certainly use any store bought vanilla or butter pecan. But it’s so worth the few minutes it takes to make homemade ice cream.

    We’re huge fans of our tabletop Cuisinart ice cream maker. It makes just a quart and a half and that’s the perfect amount for these grilled peaches (with maybe a little left over for later).

    We make the basic vanilla version (making sure to use a good quality vanilla) from the recipe book that comes with the ice cream maker. For something extra special check out this Brown Butter & Pecan Brittle Ice Cream recipe.

    ice cream in brown pottery bowl with pecans and scoop
    Pecan Brittle & Brown Butter Ice Cream

    Just remember to make your ice cream at least a few hours before grilling the peaches. You want time for it to get good and firm since you’re serving it with warm peaches.

    Hey, did you know we have a collection of the some of the best ever Grilled Fish & Seafood Recipes? Check it out here.

    Like the way this sounds? We don’t want you to miss a thing and you won’t if you sign up now! We’ll never overdo it. We promise

    grilled peach halves with whole peaches
    grilled peaches on plate with mint leaves

    Grilled Peaches with Toasted Pecans and Vanilla Ice Cream

    A grilled dessert made from fresh peaches topped with a cinnamon sugar glaze and served with ice cream and pecans.
    5 from 3 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Total Time 25 mins

    Ingredients
      

    • 4 peaches halved
    • ¼ cup brown sugar
    • 3 T honey (or cane syrup, or molasses)
    • cinnamon to taste
    • 1 Tablespoon oil
    • ¼ cup pecans toasted

    Instructions
     

    • Combine sugar, syrup, and cinnamon and set aside.
    • Brush oil on cut side of peaches.
    • Put peaches cut side down on heated grill until grill marks form (4-5 minutes).
    • Flip peaches and move out of direct heat.
    • Put about 1 Tablespoon of sugar mixture on each peach half.
    • Leave on grill out of direct heat for about 10-15 minutes, or until sugar mixture is melted and bubbly.
    • Serve with vanilla ice cream and sprinkle with toasted pecans.

    Notes

    Use a high smoke point oil like canola or pecan. 

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1g
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

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    Categories: Desserts Tags: dessert

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    1. Stacey says

      July 06, 2016 at 7:05 am

      We are all about peaches at our house and just went to the orchard a couple of weeks ago. This looks amazing! Pinning and sharing on Facebook. 🙂

      Reply
      • Pam says

        July 06, 2016 at 9:48 pm

        Thanks, Stacey!

        Reply
    2. Maria Brittis says

      July 06, 2016 at 7:42 am

      I love peaches and this is such a delicious recipe for any time of the day. The recipe is very easy to follow. Thanks
      Maria

      Reply
      • Pam says

        July 06, 2016 at 9:47 pm

        Thanks, Maria! It was pretty darn good, I have to say….

        Reply
    3. Laura Ingalls Gunn says

      July 07, 2016 at 8:58 pm

      Oh I did indeed drool. Yum! Thank you for linking up to Thoughts of Home on Thursday. We really appreciate you! Have a wonderful weekend!

      Reply
      • Pam says

        July 08, 2016 at 6:55 am

        Thanks, Laura! We’re new to blogging and link parties and as our “Mama’s Mexican Cornbread” was a feature at Thoughts of Home on Thursday we are definite fans! Thank YOU for everythng.

        Reply
    4. Katie says

      June 23, 2020 at 5:06 pm

      5 stars
      This is such a yummy summer treat! They’re so juicy and amazing!

      Reply
      • Pam says

        June 23, 2020 at 5:22 pm

        Thank you, Katie!

        Reply
    5. Jeannette says

      June 23, 2020 at 5:34 pm

      5 stars
      Wow. Just wow. These look INCREDIBLE for the warmer seasons! Can’t wait to try them out with icecream. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
      • Pam says

        June 23, 2020 at 9:26 pm

        Thank you, Jeannette!

        Reply
    6. Alex says

      June 23, 2020 at 8:10 pm

      5 stars
      A simple but truly delicious dessert – grilling the peaches gives them the most lovely flavour!

      Reply
      • Pam says

        June 23, 2020 at 9:26 pm

        It does! Thanks, Alex!

        Reply
    7. Neha says

      June 23, 2020 at 8:18 pm

      Yum yum! I absolutely love grilled peaches. i so want to pick this plate right off of my screen.

      Reply
      • Pam says

        June 23, 2020 at 9:27 pm

        Haha! Thanks, Neha!

        Reply
    8. Cate says

      June 23, 2020 at 9:13 pm

      Wow this looks SO good! Love the idea of grilling the peaches and pairing it with ice cream, yum!

      Reply
      • Pam says

        June 23, 2020 at 9:27 pm

        Thank you, Cate!

        Reply

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