Maple-Grilled Peaches with Almond Cookie Crumble

Maple Grilled Peaches With An Almond Cookie Crumb are caramelized, juicy, and lightly sweetened with maple syrup. This dessert is quick to prepare and feels unexpectedly wholesome — warm, grilled peaches paired with a crunchy almond cookie crumb create an indulgent yet light finish to any meal. If you enjoy maple-flavored treats, these peaches make a perfect summer option.

Simple to prepare and ready in minutes, these Grilled Peaches are a go-to summer dessert. The combination of caramelized fruit and a buttery almond crumb is both comforting and elegant.

What Makes This Recipe So Good

Grilling intensifies a peach’s natural sweetness and adds caramelized notes you can’t achieve any other way. The maple syrup enhances those natural sugars while the almond cookie crumb provides a contrasting crunch, turning a simple fruit dessert into something memorable.

What Goes Into Grilled Peaches

This recipe uses pantry staples and ripe summer fruit. Each component contributes to texture and flavor:

• Fresh peaches: Choose firm-ripe peaches so they soften and caramelize without collapsing on the grill.
• Maple syrup: Brushed onto the cut peaches during grilling, maple syrup encourages caramelization and highlights the fruit’s sweetness. A sugar-free maple syrup can be used if preferred.
• Toasted almond meal: Adds a warm, nutty flavor and delicate crunch to the crumb topping.
• Light butter: Binds the crumb mixture and helps it bake up golden and crisp without feeling heavy.

Note: See the recipe card below for a full ingredient list with measurements.

How To Make Grilled Peaches

1. Preheat and prep: Preheat the oven to 175°C | 350°F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper and set aside while you prepare the crumb mixture.

2. Make the crumb: In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, toasted almond meal, baking powder, and salt. Add melted light butter and vanilla, then rub with your fingers until small crumbs form.

3. Bake the crumb: Spread the crumbs evenly on the prepared tray and bake for 10 minutes. Rotate the tray and bake for another 8 minutes, or until golden and crisp. Let cool to room temperature.

4. Heat the grill: Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-low. Lightly grease with a small amount of butter to prevent sticking.

5. Grill the peaches: Brush the cut sides of the peach halves with maple syrup (about 2 teaspoons each). Place cut-side down on the grill and cook for about 10 minutes, until caramelized with clear grill marks.

6. Assemble and serve: Drizzle peaches with extra maple syrup, top with a scoop of ice cream, and finish with a generous sprinkle of the almond cookie crumb. Serve warm.

Grilled peaches work well as a sweet contrast to savory mains or as part of a lighter summer meal. They pair nicely with roasted meats for a balanced dinner or can be served alongside fresh salads for a bright, summery spread.

Tips For Making Grilled Peaches

• Choose peaches that feel heavy for their size but still have some firmness. Overripe fruit can fall apart on the grill.
• Once peaches are on the grill, avoid moving them. Letting them sit cut-side down yields clean grill marks and better caramelization.
• Keep the heat moderate. Maple syrup can burn quickly, so medium-low heat gives the fruit time to soften without scorching.
• Toast the almond meal before using it in the crumb. This step deepens the nutty flavor and prevents any raw, floury taste.

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