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Delicious Grilled Peaches Recipe with Creamy Honey Ricotta

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A quick and easy summer dessert featuring grilled peaches paired with creamy honey ricotta, delivering a perfect balance of smoky sweetness and velvety texture.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large ripe peaches, halved and pitted
  • 1 cup whole-milk ricotta (about 240 ml)
  • 2 tablespoons honey, plus extra for drizzling
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • A pinch of sea salt
  • Fresh mint or basil leaves, finely chopped for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse and dry 4 large ripe peaches. Cut them in half and remove the pits. Brush the cut sides lightly with 1 tablespoon olive oil to prevent sticking and encourage caramelization.
  2. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, roughly 375°F (190°C). If using a grill pan, heat it over medium-high for a few minutes until hot but not smoking.
  3. Place peaches cut side down on the grill. Grill for about 3-4 minutes without moving them to get nice grill marks and caramelization. Flip and grill the skin side for another 2 minutes just to warm through. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
  4. While peaches grill, combine 1 cup ricotta, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional), and a pinch of sea salt in a bowl. Whisk vigorously until smooth and creamy, about 1-2 minutes. Taste and adjust honey or lemon if needed.
  5. Remove peaches from the grill and let them cool for a minute. Spoon a generous dollop of the creamy honey ricotta onto each peach half. Drizzle extra honey over the top and sprinkle with chopped fresh mint or basil if using.
  6. Serve immediately while the peaches are warm and the ricotta is cool and creamy.

Notes

Use ripe but firm peaches to avoid mushiness. Brush peaches with olive oil to prevent sticking and encourage caramelization. Whisk ricotta with honey and lemon juice for a smooth, creamy texture. For vegan version, substitute ricotta with coconut cream or plant-based ricotta and honey with maple syrup. Optional toppings include toasted almonds or chopped pistachios for crunch, or a pinch of cinnamon in the ricotta for warmth. Frozen peaches can be used but should be thawed and drained well.

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