Grilled Peaches in Foil - A Simple and Delicious Summer Dessert

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Grilled Peaches in Foil - A Simple and Delicious Summer Dessert
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
25mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on January 11, 2024

Grilled Peaches in Foil is a delightful and refreshing dessert that captures the essence of summer. The sweetness and warmth of the grilled peaches paired with a hint of smoky flavor will leave you craving for more. This super easy recipe requires minimal prep time and can be made on your backyard grill or even indoors. Serve it as is or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an irresistible treat that will impress your guests.

Ingredients

  • 4 ripe peaches
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Vanilla ice cream (optional, for serving)

Directions

  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Cut each peach in half and remove the pit.
  3. In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon.
  4. Brush the mixture onto the cut side of each peach half, ensuring they are well coated.
  5. Take a sheet of aluminum foil and fold it in half to create a square. Repeat this step with another sheet of foil.
  6. Place two peach halves, cut-side up, in the center of one foil square. Fold the foil over the peaches, creating a packet. Repeat for the remaining peach halves.
  7. Place the foil packets on the preheated grill and close the lid. Grill for 8-10 minutes or until the peaches are tender and juicy.
  8. Carefully remove the foil packets from the grill and let them cool for a few minutes.
  9. Unwrap the foil packets, transfer the grilled peaches to serving plates, and drizzle any remaining juices from the foil over the top.
  10. Serve the grilled peaches as is or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgence.

Interesting Facts

  • Grilling peaches intensifies their natural sweetness and caramelizes their juices, resulting in a rich and flavorful dessert.
  • The combination of warm grilled peaches and cold vanilla ice cream creates a delightful contrast in temperature and texture.
  • Grilled peaches can also be used in salads, salsas, or as a topping for pancakes and waffles.