Imagine a dessert that captures the essence of a perfect summer evening - juicy, caramelized peaches kissed by fire, drizzled with a vibrant raspberry puree that bursts with tangy sweetness. This isn't just a recipe; it's a culinary experience that transforms simple fruits into a gourmet masterpiece that will have your guests begging for seconds. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or looking to impress your dinner guests, these grilled peaches are about to become your new secret weapon in the kitchen.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 ripe peaches, halved and pitted
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare your grill or grill pan by preheating to medium-high heat (around 400-450°F). Clean and lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
- Wash the peaches thoroughly and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel. Carefully slice each peach in half and remove the pit using a small spoon or knife.
- Lightly brush the cut sides of the peaches with a neutral oil like vegetable or canola oil to prevent sticking and promote beautiful grill marks.
- Place the peach halves cut-side down on the hot grill. Cook for 3-4 minutes without moving, allowing beautiful caramelization and distinct grill marks to form.
- While peaches are grilling, prepare the raspberry puree by combining raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth, then strain through a fine-mesh sieve to remove seeds.
- Carefully flip the peaches and grill for an additional 1-2 minutes on the skin side to slightly soften the fruit.
- Remove grilled peaches from heat and transfer to serving plates. Drizzle generously with the prepared raspberry puree.
- Optional: Garnish with fresh mint leaves or a small scoop of vanilla ice cream for added elegance and flavor contrast.
- Serve immediately while peaches are warm and puree is fresh, allowing the sweet and tangy flavors to complement each other.
Tips
- Choose ripe but firm peaches for grilling - they should yield slightly to gentle pressure but not be mushy.
- Make sure your grill or grill pan is properly preheated to ensure those gorgeous caramelization marks.
- Use a neutral oil with a high smoke point like vegetable or canola oil to prevent sticking and burning.
- Don't move the peaches around too much while grilling - let them develop those beautiful grill marks.
- For an extra flavor boost, try adding a pinch of cinnamon or a drizzle of honey to the raspberry puree.
- Serve immediately after grilling to enjoy the peaches at their peak temperature and texture.
- For a more decadent dessert, pair with vanilla ice cream or mascarpone cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 80kcal
Carbohydrates: 20g
Protein: 1g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
