Description
Grilled peaches kissed by browned butter dance with crispy cinnamon toast brioche crumbs in this luscious summer dessert. Sweet and smoky flavors meld together, creating a delightful treat that will transport you to a sun-drenched orchard.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits:
- 4 ripe peaches or nectarines, halved and pit removed
Butter and Sweeteners:
- 8 tablespoons (1/2 cup / 113 grams) salted butter
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2–5 tablespoons cinnamon sugar (plus more for serving)
Bread and Spices:
- 4 slices brioche bread (torn or pulsed into fine crumbs, about 2 cups of crumbs)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Serving:
- Vanilla ice cream
Instructions
- Prepare cinnamon toast crumbs by preheating the oven to 350°F and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper. Combine breadcrumbs with melted butter and cinnamon sugar, ensuring even coating.
- Bake the breadcrumb mixture for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally and monitoring closely to prevent burning. Crumbs should turn golden and crisp.
- Create browned butter in a skillet over medium heat, stirring constantly until the butter transforms to a deep golden color and releases a nutty aroma, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Transfer browned butter to a heat-proof bowl and whisk in honey, vanilla, and cinnamon until fully incorporated. Allow to cool or use immediately.
- Heat grill or grill pan to medium-high and lightly oil the cooking surface to prevent sticking.
- Place peach halves on the grill, cooking for 2-3 minutes per side until light char marks develop and fruit softens slightly.
- Immediately after grilling, brush each peach half generously with prepared browned butter.
- Plate the grilled peaches, topping with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a hearty sprinkle of cinnamon toast crumbs for added texture and flavor.
Notes
- Butter browning requires constant attention to prevent burning, so keep stirring and watch the color change carefully.
- Ensure peaches are ripe but firm for optimal grilling performance, avoiding overly soft or unripe fruits.
- Try alternative bread types like sourdough or whole wheat for unique cinnamon toast crumb variations.
- Dairy-free option available by substituting butter with coconut oil and using plant-based ice cream for serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 326 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg