Description
Honey Balsamic Baked Peaches are a delightful summer treat featuring ripe peaches baked with a sweet and tangy honey-balsamic glaze. The peaches become irresistibly tender and juicy as they bake, soaking up the subtle notes of honey and vanilla while the balsamic adds a bold depth of flavor. Perfect as a light dessert or unique side, this easy recipe requires minimal prep and delivers impressive taste and presentation every time.
Ingredients
- 4 ripe peaches, halved and pitted
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Arrange peach halves cut-side up in a baking dish.
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, balsamic vinegar, vanilla extract (if using), and salt.
- Spoon the honey-balsamic mixture over each peach half.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until peaches are tender and the glaze is bubbly.
- Serve warm.
Notes
For substitutions, try maple syrup or agave instead of honey, or swap white balsamic for a lighter flavor. Make-ahead by preparing the glaze in advance and storing peaches in an airtight container for up to 2 days—reheat before serving. Store baked peaches covered in the fridge for up to 3 days. If peaches are too firm, extend baking time; for extra flavor, add a sprinkle of cinnamon. Avoid overbaking to keep the peaches from becoming mushy.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 peach halves
- Calories: 105
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg