Description
This recipe for pan-fried peaches delivers a quick and delicious way to enjoy sweet, caramelized peaches with a luscious buttery and spiced glaze. Perfect for serving warm alongside ice cream, yogurt, pancakes, or enjoyed on their own, this dish combines the natural fruit sweetness with rich brown sugar and aromatic spices for a delightful treat in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
Peaches
- 4 fresh peaches
For the Glaze
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (adjust to taste)
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon powder
- ¼ teaspoon ginger powder
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Peaches: Cut each peach into halves vertically and remove the seed from the center.
- Make the Glaze: Melt the unsalted butter in a pan over medium heat, then add the brown sugar, cinnamon powder, ginger powder, and a pinch of salt. Stir to combine the mixture evenly.
- Add Peaches to Pan: Place the peach halves cut side down into the pan on top of the glaze mixture.
- Cook the First Side: Cook the peaches on medium heat for about 5-7 minutes until the cut sides are nicely browned and caramelized.
- Cook the Other Side: Gently flip the peaches over and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to warm through and infuse flavor.
- Serve: Serve the pan-fried peaches hot, optionally with ice cream, yogurt, pancakes, or your favorite dish.
Notes
- Adjust the brown sugar quantity to your preferred level of sweetness.
- Use ripe but firm peaches to avoid mushiness during cooking.
- Be gentle when flipping the peaches to maintain their shape.
- Try adding a splash of vanilla extract or a drizzle of honey for extra flavor.
- This dish is best served immediately for optimal texture and warmth.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American