Imagine sinking your spoon into a warm, golden-brown peach bursting with caramelized sweetness and a crunchy, buttery topping that melts in your mouth. This Baked Peaches recipe is not just a dessert—it's a summer symphony that transforms simple fruit into a luxurious treat that will have everyone at your table begging for seconds. Whether you're looking to impress dinner guests or craving a comforting dessert that takes minimal effort, these baked peaches are your ticket to culinary bliss!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 ripe peaches, halved and pitted
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- Vanilla ice cream for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that the peaches will bake evenly and develop a lovely caramelization.
- Wash the peaches thoroughly under running water. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
- Using a sharp knife, carefully cut each peach in half and remove the pit. Place the peach halves cut-side up in a baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar, rolled oats, chopped nuts (if using), and cinnamon. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Drizzle the melted butter over the oat mixture and stir until the mixture is well combined and crumbly.
- Evenly distribute the oat mixture over the cut sides of the peach halves, pressing it down gently to adhere.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 20 minutes, or until the peaches are tender and the topping is golden brown.
- Once baked, remove the dish from the oven and let the peaches cool for a few minutes.
- Serve the baked peaches warm, optionally topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful contrast.
Tips
- Choose ripe but firm peaches for the best texture and flavor. They should yield slightly when gently pressed but not be mushy.
- For extra flavor, experiment with different nuts like almonds, pecans, or walnuts in the topping.
- If your peaches are not very sweet, drizzle a little honey over them before adding the crumble topping.
- Serve immediately after baking for the most delightful contrast between the warm peaches and cold vanilla ice cream.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator and reheat in the oven for 5-10 minutes to restore their original texture and warmth.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute the rolled oats with gluten-free oats or almond flour.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 20mg
