Roasted Peaches with Vanilla Ice Cream
A delightful summer dessert featuring warm, caramelized peaches served with creamy vanilla ice cream, perfect for casual dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces ripe peaches Choose ripe and freestone peaches for best results.
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar Can substitute with honey or maple syrup.
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice Enhances flavor and prevents browning.
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Optional, for extra flavor.
- 1 pint vanilla ice cream Can substitute with yogurt or other ice cream flavors.
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish Optional, for a pop of color and aroma.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Wash and halve the peaches, removing the pits.
- Lay the peaches cut-side up in a baking dish.
- Drizzle the lemon juice over the peaches.
- Sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over each peach half, and optionally add ground cinnamon.
Cooking
- Roast the peaches in the oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until they start to soften and caramelize.
- Once done, remove them from the oven and let cool slightly.
Serving
- Serve each roasted peach half with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream on top.
- Optional: Drizzle some baking juices over the ice cream, and garnish with fresh mint leaves.
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Notes
Best enjoyed immediately. Leftover peaches can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days without ice cream. Rewarm gently before serving.