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Caramelized peaches served with vanilla ice cream

Name: Caramelized Peaches

Summary: A simple, quick, and delicious recipe featuring ripe peach slices caramelized in butter and sugar. Perfect as a topping for desserts, breakfast dishes, or enjoyed on their own.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 130
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients: Serves 4
  • 4 ripe peaches sliced (peeled optional)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter or coconut oil for vegan
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar or white sugar, maple syrup, or honey
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract optional
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon optional
  • A pinch of sea salt optional
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional to balance sweetness

Equipment

  • Equipment:
  • Nonstick or cast-iron skillet
  • Wooden spoon or silicone spatula
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Optional: tongs and a peeler

Method
 

  1. Instructions:
  2. Wash and dry the peaches. Cut them in half, remove the pit, and slice each half into 3–4 wedges. Peeling is optional.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the butter and allow it to melt.
  4. Sprinkle in the sugar and stir gently to combine with the butter until it starts bubbling.
  5. Add the peach slices in a single layer, cut side down. Let them cook undisturbed for 3–4 minutes.
  6. Flip the slices and cook for another 2–3 minutes, until tender and golden.
  7. Add vanilla, cinnamon, or lemon juice if using. Stir gently to coat the peaches in the syrup.
  8. Remove from heat. Serve warm over ice cream, pancakes, yogurt, or as-is.

Notes

Notes:
Use firm, ripe peaches for the best texture.
To make it vegan, substitute butter with coconut oil or vegan butter.
For a tangy twist, add balsamic vinegar after caramelizing.
Peaches can be refrigerated for up to 4 days and reheated before serving.
Can be served warm or chilled depending on the dish.