Baked Peaches Dessert Recipe
Juicy, caramelized peaches seasoned with warm cinnamon and a sweet maple glaze. Minimal effort yields restaurant-quality results, perfect as a vegan-friendly vegan or dairy-inclusive dessert.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Total Time: 35
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: All Recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
3 ripe peaches (halved and pitted)
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp pure maple syrup
2 tbsp vegetable broth
1/2 tsp lemon juice
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tbsp agave syrup (optional vegan swap for maple)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
Peel and halve peaches, removing pits
Combine oil, syrup, broth, and lemon juice in a bowl
Arrange peaches cut-side up in a parchment-lined baking dish
Pour sauce over peaches until fully covered
Roast for 25 minutes, checking at 20 minutes
Develop golden-brown edges during baking
Tilt dish to redistribute juices and baste halfway through
Remove when syrup thickens into glaze
Let cool for 5 minutes before serving
Spoon syrup onto each peach half
Serve with vanilla ice cream or yogurt
Notes
Use parchment paper for easy cleanup
Baste every 5 minutes for even caramelization
Add toasted almonds or granola for texture
Vegan version sub agave syrup for maple
Swap vegetable broth with water for richer glaze