Grilled Peaches

This Grilled Peaches recipe is an easy and delicious summer dessert. Juicy peaches are grilled to get that smoky flavor, then topped with a drizzle of honey and a sprinkle of cinnamon and fresh herbs. Try it with a scoop of ice cream or mix things up with a savory twist!

The Perfect Summer Dessert

Peaches are one of my favorite summer fruits. You can do so many yummy things with them! They’re mild enough to go the savory route, yet sweet enough to turn into a healthy dessert. 

The cool thing about these grilled peaches? You can do both!

I recently made this Grilled Chicken and Peach Salad, and it was so good! Now I’m firing up the grill once again to let those natural sugars shine in a sweet dessert.

This might just be my favorite way to enjoy peaches. Try it and see if you agree!

Ingredients

• Peaches or nectarines: Make sure you are using firm, ripe peaches for the most juicy flavor.
• Olive oil or melted butter: This gets coated all over your peaches before grilling.
• Honey: Drizzle some honey at the end for some delightful sweetness.
• Cinnamon (optional): A sprinkle of cinnamon takes this dessert to the next level.
• Fresh mint leaves (optional): Another optional topping, but boy, is it a tasty one!
• Pecans or walnuts (optional): Add some delicious crunch to your grilled peaches.

Other Fun Topping Ideas

Looking to take your grilled peaches to the next level? Here are some fun and delicious topping ideas to try:  

Go Sweet  

• Vanilla ice cream  
• Whipped cream  
• Greek yogurt  
• Maple syrup  

Go Savory  

• Balsamic glaze  
• Creamy burrata cheese  
• Prosciutto or bacon  
• Feta or goat cheese crumbles  

​Preparation

Start by slicing the peaches in half and taking out the pits. 

Now heat up your grill or grill pan to medium heat. Clean and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.

Next, brush a little olive oil or melted butter on the cut sides of the peach halves. If you are using cinnamon, sprinkle it on here.

Grilling

Place each peach half, cut-side down, on the grill. Grill for 3-4 minutes until you see those nice grill marks and the peaches start to soften. 

When done cooking, use tongs to remove the peaches from the grill. Then immediately drizzle on the honey while they are still warm.

Serving

Now for the final touches. Top your peaches off with some fresh mint. You can serve it warm just as it is, or add a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a little dollop of yogurt. 

Want to take it up a notch? Sprinkle on some toasted nuts. 

Now dig in and enjoy your delicious peaches!

​Other Ways to Enjoy Grilled Peaches

These grilled peaches can be easily incorporated into a variety of sweet and savory dishes. This recipe would be perfect in my Grilled Chicken and Peach Salad, or even as a topping for a peach cobbler.

Keep the peach theme going with this Peach & Mint Iced Tea! It’s super easy to make at home, especially if you’ve got any leftover mint and peaches from this recipe.

Grilled peaches are also amazing with grilled meats, like this Best Damn Grilled Pork Tenderloin or Grilled Skirt Steak with Chimichurri Marinade. Give it a try!

Storage & Reheating

To store leftover grilled peaches, let them cool completely and then place them in an airtight container or ziplock bag. They can be stored in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days.

To reheat the peaches, simply place them on a warm grill or pan for 1-2 minutes on each side until warmed through.

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