Bourbon Brown Sugar Grilled Peaches Recipe Easy Homemade Dessert with Vanilla Ice Cream
A quick and easy summer dessert featuring grilled peaches caramelized with a bourbon brown sugar glaze, served warm with creamy vanilla ice cream.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe but firm peaches, halved and pitted
- 2 tablespoons bourbon
- 3 tablespoons packed brown sugar (light or dark)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- About 1 pint vanilla ice cream
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, about 375–400°F (190–200°C). If using a grill pan, warm it over medium-high heat (about 10 minutes).
- Rinse and halve the peaches, then carefully remove the pits. Pat them dry with a paper towel to help with caramelization.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, melted unsalted butter, bourbon, ground cinnamon (if using), and a pinch of salt until smooth and glossy.
- Generously brush the cut sides of the peaches with the bourbon-brown sugar glaze.
- Place peaches cut-side down on the grill. Cook undisturbed for about 4 to 5 minutes until grill marks and a caramelized crust form.
- Turn the peaches over and brush the skin side with more glaze. Grill for another 3 to 4 minutes until the flesh is tender but not mushy.
- Transfer the peaches to a serving plate and let them cool for a couple of minutes to allow the glaze to thicken slightly.
- Serve warm peaches with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top or on the side.
Notes
Use firm but ripe peaches to hold shape on the grill. Pat peaches dry before grilling to ensure caramelization. Watch closely to prevent burning the sugar glaze. For a non-alcoholic version, substitute bourbon with vanilla extract or peach juice. Can use a cast-iron skillet or broiler if no grill is available.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 peach half with ab
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 32
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 40
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 3
Keywords: bourbon, brown sugar, grilled peaches, vanilla ice cream, summer dessert, easy dessert, grilled fruit