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Brown Sugar Baked Peaches with Cinnamon

Brown Sugar Baked Peaches with Cinnamon for a Sunny Treat

Brown Sugar Baked Peaches with Cinnamon is a delightful summer dessert that transforms juicy peaches into a warm, caramelized treat.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 peaches
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Peaches
  • 4 pieces Ripe Peaches Avoid overripe to prevent excess moisture.
For the Glaze
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Melt before use for even coverage.
  • 1/4 cup Light Brown Sugar Can swap with coconut sugar for lower glycemic option.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adjust according to preference.
  • 1 pinch Kosher Salt Avoid table salt as it can be saltier.
Optional Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Rolled Oats or Chopped Pecans Add crunch and texture.
  • 2 scoops Vanilla Ice Cream or Greek Yogurt For serving.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Basting Brush

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a 9x9 inch baking dish by lightly greasing it with butter.
  2. Slice the ripe peaches in half and remove the pits, creating small wells in each half.
  3. Whisk together the light brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and kosher salt in a bowl.
  4. Melt unsalted butter and brush it into the center of each peach half.
  5. Distribute the brown sugar mixture evenly over the halved peaches.
  6. Bake the peaches for about 20 minutes, until the sugar is bubbling and the peaches are tender.
  7. Let the dish cool for about 5 minutes before serving warm, optionally with ice cream or yogurt.

Nutrition

Serving: 1peachCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 40mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

This dessert is gluten-free and can be customized with various toppings like oats or nuts. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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