Honey Roasted Peaches (Oven Baked Peaches)

When the time comes to serve dessert, knock the family out with the familiar texture and juicy flavor of peaches! This recipe for oven-roasted peaches features the warm notes of cinnamon, the dazzling sweetness of honey, and the satisfying balance that only peaches can provide. Nostalgic like peach cobblers and pies, this dish elevates the peach experience by honey-roasting them while avoiding the dough, keeping the dessert healthy. Kick up the texture by adding granola, pecans, and even ice cream.

Peach season is my favorite! It lasts such a short period of time so I try to make as many peach desserts and recipes as I can. My favorite desserts are this delicious Peach Cobbler and Peach Galette but I also make an amazing Peach Baked Oatmeal for breakfast.

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Why You'll Love These Roasted Peaches

Take one bite of these juicy baked peaches and you'll know instantly this is your new favorite summer dessert! It's one of those dessert recipes that is simple yet elegant, beautiful, and versatile. Roasted peaches are excellent if you need a fuss-free dessert during the summer. They’re light, flavorful, and the perfect way to enjoy ripe, in-season peaches while they’re at their peak.

Minimal prep - You just need 10 minutes of hands-on time and simple pantry staples as ingredients.

Naturally sweet - Ripe peaches and honey bring out the best in each other.

Small batch friendly - Perfect for an afternoon snack or a light summer dessert for a small gathering.

Customizable - You can choose different toppings when serving.

Elegant and yet easy to make - Perfect for a last-minute dessert to serve to family or friends.

Equipment Needed

• 9x13-inch baking dish for dessert or casserole
• Knife
• Spoon
• Small mixing bowl
• Pastry brush or a spoon
• Measuring spoons

Key Ingredients

Fresh peaches - Choose ripe yet firm peaches, as they work best for roasting, providing a tender bite that doesn't fall apart.

Butter - It helps the spices and sugar melt into the fruit. It also adds richness.

Honey - It enhances the natural sweetness of peaches and adds a floral note.

Brown sugar - It helps achieve a caramel-like glaze as the fruit bakes.

Cinnamon - It adds warmth that pairs beautifully with peaches.

Step-By-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175 °C). While preheating, lightly spray the baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.

Wash the peaches thoroughly and dry them. Cut around the center pit and twist them to separate into halves. Gently remove the pit using a spoon.

In the prepared baking dish, arrange the peach halves, cut side up.

In a small bowl, melt the butter, stir in the honey, cinnamon, and brown sugar until well combined.

Add a spoonful of butter mixture into the center of each peach half. Spread it over the tops using a pastry brush or the back of the spoon.

Bake the peaches for 30 minutes, or until juicy and soft. Serve the peaches warm as is or add a few toppings! We have great ideas for how to serve these sweet, juicy peaches!

Make-Ahead

If you're planning ahead you can prepare the dish in advance and reheat individual peach halves in the microwave for 30 seconds or the entire dish in a preheated 350°F oven for 10 minutes.

Serving Recommendations

These Honey-Roasted Peaches are absolutely delicious as they are, serving warm right out of the oven, but you can make this dessert dish even more special by trying out a few serving ideas.

• As a simple dessert, top with classic vanilla ice cream.
• Top with a dollop of whipped cream and crushed pecans.
• As a sweet breakfast, serve it over yogurt, oatmeal or granola.
• Experience a Southern-style treat by pairing it with biscuits or pound cake.

Storage

Store the leftover honey roasted peaches in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat it in the microwave until warm, or in a 350°F oven. The peaches will become a bit softer over time, but their flavors will remain amazing.

Substitutions and Additions

Peaches - If peaches are not available, try apricots, nectarines, or plums.

Honey - You can substitute honey with agave or maple syrup.

Brown sugar - Substitute brown sugar for coconut sugar for a slightly different flavor profile.

Nutmeg or Vanilla - For an extra depth of flavor, you may add a pinch of nutmeg or a splash of vanilla extract.

Nuts - Add a layer of crunch with chopped nuts before baking, so they will be toasted beautifully.

Expert Tips

• Choose the best, juiciest in-season peaches. Give the peaches a gently squeeze. They should give just slightly when pressed, be careful to not squeeze to hard because peaches can bruise easily.
• Check the peaches periodically while they are baking in the oven. The roasting time may vary depending on how large and how ripe the peach is. The key is to bake until tender enough to eat with a spoon, not mushy.

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