Summer Baked Peaches with Cinnamon and Honey Recipe
These Summer Baked Peaches with Cinnamon and Honey are a quick and easy dessert that perfectly combines the natural sweetness of peaches with warm cinnamon and honey. Served warm, they make for an ideal summer treat or a simple, healthy dessert.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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4 ripe peaches, halved and pitted
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2 tbsp honey
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1 tsp ground cinnamon
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1 tbsp unsalted butter (optional)
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1 tbsp brown sugar (optional)
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Fresh mint (for garnish)
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Place peach halves, cut side up, in a baking dish.
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Drizzle honey evenly over the peaches.
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Sprinkle ground cinnamon on top of each peach.
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Optional: Place a small piece of butter and sprinkle brown sugar over each peach half for extra richness.
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Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until peaches are tender and caramelized.
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Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
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Garnish with fresh mint before serving.
Notes
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You can serve the baked peaches with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for a more indulgent dessert.
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For an extra crunch, sprinkle chopped nuts (like almonds or pecans) on top before baking.
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For a dairy-free version, skip the butter and top with dairy-free whipped cream or yogurt.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 peach half
- Calories: 140 kcal
- Sugar: 27 g
- Sodium: 5 mg