Description
Pan-Fried Peaches is a simple and delicious dessert featuring ripe peach wedges caramelized in a buttery, cinnamon-spiced brown sugar glaze. This quick stovetop recipe showcases the natural sweetness and tender texture of peaches, enhanced by warm spices and optional vanilla extract. Served warm and perfect with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, it’s an ideal summer treat that can be customized with nuts or granola for extra crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
Peaches and Toppings
- 3 ripe but firm peaches, pitted and sliced into wedges
- Optional whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, for serving
Brown Sugar Glaze
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- Optional 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Brown Sugar Glaze: In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Add vanilla extract if using. Allow the mixture to bubble gently for about 30 seconds until it thickens slightly, forming a rich glaze.
- Caramelize the Peach Slices: Arrange the peach wedges in a single layer in the skillet with the glaze. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, carefully flipping the slices to prevent breaking. The peaches should become tender and lightly caramelized, soaking up the sweet cinnamon glaze.
- Serve Warm: Once the peaches are caramelized and cooked through, remove the skillet from heat. Serve the peaches warm, optionally topped with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent touch.
Notes
- For added texture, sprinkle chopped nuts or granola over the peaches before serving.
- Both white and yellow peaches work well, but choose peaches that are just ripe to avoid them falling apart during cooking.
- This recipe can also be made using nectarines as a delicious alternative.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
