These honey roasted peaches are a sweet and healthy treat! Just slice up some fresh peaches, drizzle them with honey, and roast until they’re soft and glowing.
Seriously, this dessert is so easy, you can make it while pretending to be a master chef. I love serving them with a scoop of yogurt—it feels fancy but still super simple!
Key Ingredients & Substitutions
Peaches: Choose ripe, juicy peaches for the best flavor. If peaches are out of season, you can use nectarines or even apricots as a tasty alternative.
Honey: Local honey is my favorite as it adds a unique flavor and supports local bees! If you’re vegan, you can swap honey for maple syrup or agave syrup. Both work great!
Lemon Juice: This ingredient brightens up the dish, but you can also use lime juice if that’s what you have. If you want to skip it, that’s fine too!
Cinnamon: Ground cinnamon adds warmth to the dish. If you don’t have it, nutmeg can be substituted for a different flavor profile, but use it sparingly as it’s more potent.
How Do I Roast Peaches Perfectly?
Roasting peaches is super simple but requires a bit of technique for the best results. The key is to give them room to caramelize and develop flavor.
- First, preheat your oven well. A hot oven helps caramelize the sugars in the peaches.
- Coating the peaches in a little oil prevents them from sticking to the baking dish and helps in roasting evenly.
- Don’t crowd the baking dish! Space the peach halves apart to ensure they roast properly.
- Watch them closely; they’re ready when they’re soft, caramelized, and slightly bubbly. This usually takes about 15-20 minutes.
Honey Roasted Peaches – A Healthy Clean Eating Dessert
Ingredients You’ll Need:
For the Peaches:
- 4 ripe peaches, halved and pitted
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional, to enhance flavor and prevent browning)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional for warmth)
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil or olive oil (to lightly coat the peaches)
- Fresh mint leaves (for garnish, optional)
- Greek yogurt or vanilla yogurt (for serving, optional)
How Much Time Will You Need?
This recipe takes about 10 minutes to prepare and roughly 15-20 minutes to roast in the oven. Overall, you’ll have a delicious dessert ready in about 30-35 minutes!
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
Start by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). This ensures a nice hot environment for roasting your peaches. It helps them caramelize perfectly!
2. Make the Honey Mixture:
In a small bowl, combine the honey, lemon juice, cinnamon, and coconut oil. Stir everything together until it is well mixed. This delicious blend will add sweetness and flavor to your peaches.
3. Prepare the Peaches:
Take your peach halves and arrange them in a baking dish, cut side facing up. This allows the honey mixture to soak in and the natural juices to flow out as they cook.
4. Drizzle and Coat:
Now, drizzle the honey mixture evenly over the peach halves. Make sure they are well coated so every bite is bursting with flavor!
5. Roast Them:
Pop the baking dish in the oven and roast the peaches for about 15-20 minutes. Keep an eye on them! They should be tender and start to caramelize nicely on top.
6. Cool and Serve:
Once they are done, remove the peaches from the oven and let them cool for a couple of minutes. Serve them warm or at room temperature. For an extra treat, top them with a spoonful of Greek yogurt or vanilla yogurt and sprinkle with fresh mint leaves for color and freshness!
7. Enjoy!
Dig into your healthy, clean eating dessert and enjoy the delightful flavors of honey and roasted peaches!
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Use Frozen Peaches for This Recipe?
Yes, you can use frozen peaches, but you’ll need to thaw them completely first. Drain any excess moisture before roasting, as this will help them caramelize better and avoid a soggy texture.
How Can I Make This Recipe Vegan?
To make this dessert vegan, simply substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar. Both options will give you the sweetness you desire while keeping the recipe plant-based!
What’s the Best Way to Store Leftover Peaches?
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. They can be enjoyed cold or warmed gently in the microwave or oven before serving.
Can I Add Other Toppings?
Absolutely! Feel free to get creative. You can add nuts for crunch, granola for texture, or even a scoop of ice cream for a decadent twist. Drizzling some balsamic reduction can add a gourmet touch, too!
