10 Minute Baked Peaches Recipe (BEST Easy GF Dessert) (2024)

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A baked peaches recipe that seriously takes like peach pie, yet it comes together in just a few minutes. Roasted peaches will seriously become your new favorite summer peach dessert recipe.

Warm and gooey right out of the oven, our easy 10-minute baked peach recipe is the perfect end to just about any meal. It's a WHOLE LOTTA YUM!

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Baked Peach Recipe

We happen to have the best neighbor. You see, he has this huge peach tree and every summer he gifts up a large bag of fresh, homegrown peaches.

This works out well for my husband, as peaches happen to be his favorite fruit. And even though he eats keto the majority of the year, peaches are one of his few weaknesses. Whether he is eating them fresh from the bag or we are in the kitchen creating a dish, he will make room for this orange fruit.

Learn how to make baked peaches or roasted peaches, topped with butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon- we guarantee it'll become a new summer favorite! We have tried them topped with granola and almond slices, but there is something about the simplicity of peaches, butter, and brown sugar. It caramelizes in the oven and reminds us of a classic peach pie - only much faster to make.

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Why You'll Love This!

  • Simple to create yet full of flavor, this baked peaches recipe makes the perfect healthy dessert whether you are serving a crowd or simply enjoying a quiet evening at home.
  • Since you are not filling a pie crust you can easily roast the exact number of peaches you need with ease.
  • Baked peaches take just 10-12 minutes to bake! That's a fraction of what a pie would take to cook.
  • As-is, our baked peach dessert recipe is gluten-free and vegetarian! And, a couple of easy modifications can have this dish adapted to additional food lifestyles (see adaptations below).

Love peaches? Then you'll also love our caramelized peach sauce, peach crisp, and burrata peach salad.

Ingredient Notes

Fresh peaches are the only way to go when it comes to making this baked peaches recipe. In order to have your roasted peaches dessert come out of the oven looking like a pan full of fruity goodness, you will need to start with intact peaches that you can half and pit yourself, leaving the skin on.

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  • peaches - cut the peaches in half with the pit removed, keep the skin on
  • salted butter
  • dark brown sugar - light can also be used, as can coconut sugar, honey, maple syrupe or low carb substitutes.
  • Sprinkle with ground cinnamon
  • optional toppings - whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, drizzle of fresh cream, caramel sauce, granola

Diet Adaptions

  • Low-Carb - To make a low-carb baked peaches dessert use either golden monkfruit or brown erythritol in place of the brown sugar. Top with this keto whipped cream and voila – low-carb baked peaches! 🙂
  • Dairy-Free or Vegan - Use an approved butter substitute.

How to Roast Peaches - Step by Step

This roasted peaches recipe may look impressive and possibly intimidating, but I promise you it isn't! You will be amazed at how quick and easy this crowd-pleasing dessert comes together.

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Prep

To begin, preheat oven to 375F and make sure the oven rack is in the center of the oven.

Wash and dry the peaches, then cut the peaches in half to remove the pits.

***Note: You do need to keep the outer peel on the peaches for baking. While typically for a peach pie you'd want to peel the peaches before baking, when you're making baked peaches, you keep the peel on. Why you might wonder? It helps to keep the peach half shape as the peaches break down with baking. Without the peel to help keep the fruit intact, you'd just end up with blobs of cooked peaches!

Assemble

Place the 8 peach halves in a baking dish.

Top each peach half with ½ teaspoon salted butter and 1 teaspoon dark brown sugar.

Sprinkle the peaches with ground cinnamon.

Bake

Bake your prepared peaches at 375 degrees F for 10-12 minutes until the inside of the peach can be easily pierced with a fork. The timing will vary based on how ripe your peaches are.

Serve the baked peaches warmas-is or with whipping cream or vanilla ice cream. Caramel sauce and granola also make a great addition!

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Recipe Tips

  • Be sure you are working with fresh, ripe peaches. Not too firm, not too soft.
  • Wash and dry them but make sure you leave the skin on the peach halves.
  • Experiment with additional baking toppings such as rolled oats or almond slices.
  • If serving your baked peaches a group be sure to offer a variety of additional toppings such as whipped cream, caramel sauce, additional cinnamon, roasted almonds, and a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Common Questions

Can I Use Canned Peaches to Make A Baked Peach Dessert?

We don't recommend using canned peaches to make this dessert as the skin is necessary for baking but you of course can cook canned peaches as a peach crisp.

Are Peaches Keto?

In small amounts, peaches can be part of a keto lifestyle. With 8-grams of net carbs per serving, you are going to have to watch your carbohydrate intake carefully, but you can include them in your keto eating plan.

How Do I Make A Low-Carb Peach Dessert?

Peaches are a relatively low-carb fruit, so in moderation, they can be a part of a low-carb lifestyle. To make a low-carb version of this baked peaches recipes, simply use a low-carb brown sugar substitute such as monkfruit or brown erythritol. Top with a keto whipped cream and enjoy!

More Fruit Recipes

  • Peach crisp in a cast iron skillet
  • Easy apple crisp without oats
  • Burrata peach salad
  • Instant Pot apple sauce

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10 Minute Baked Peaches Recipe

Yield: 4

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes

A simple baked peaches recipe for dessert that only takes 5 minutes to put together and 10 minutes to bake! Within 20 minutes you’ll have this super easy dessert on the table that tastes JUST like peach pie!

This is a gluten free peach dessert, and with easy swaps can be a sugar free and low carb peaches recipe too.

Ingredients

  • 4 peaches cut in half, pit removed
  • 4 teaspoon butter
  • ⅓ cup dark brown sugar
  • Sprinkle with cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375F and make sure the oven rack is in the center of the oven.
  2. Wash and dry the peaches, then cut them in half to remove the pits.Be sure to leave the peel on the peaches to help them keep their shape during cooking.
  3. Place the 8 peach halves in a baking dish.
  4. Top each peach half with ½ teaspoon butter and 1 teaspoon dark brown sugar. Sprinkle with a dash of cinnamon.
  5. Bake on 375 for 10-12 minutes until the inside of the peach can be easily pierced with a fork.
  6. Serve the baked peaches warmas is or with whipping cream or vanilla ice cream. Caramel sauce also makes a great addition!

Notes

  • Be sure you are working with fresh, ripe peaches. Not too firm, not too soft.
  • Wash and dry your peaches but make sure you leave the skin on.
  • Experiment with additional baking toppings such as rolled oats or almond slices.
  • If serving your baked peaches a group be sure to offer a variety of additional toppings such as whipped cream, caramel sauce, additional cinnamon, roasted almonds, and vanilla ice cream.
  • Nutrition Information

    Yield 4Serving Size 1
    Amount Per ServingCalories 161Total Fat 4gSaturated Fat 2gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 1gCholesterol 10mgSodium 35mgCarbohydrates 32gFiber 3gSugar 29gProtein 2g

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    FAQs

    Will hard peaches soften when baked? ›

    They'll soften up just fine when you cook the Baked Peaches in the oven. Further, peach skins also contain some vitamins, so you're doing yourself a tasty favor leaving them on.

    Can you bake peaches that are not ripe? ›

    Have you ever wondered what you are going to do with your unripe peaches? The beauty of this recipe is it will work with under-ripe fruit, the brown sugar adds the extra sweetness and the heat of the oven makes the flesh yielding and tender.

    What is the appropriate cooking method for peaches? ›

    Bake, Broil, or Sauté.

    For a delicious snack or side dish, warm some peach slices using one of these cooking methods then add a little cinnamon.

    What to do with lots of peaches? ›

    Thankfully, there are plenty of ways to use up those overripe peaches, like peach pies, peach cobbler, peach cakes, peach smoothies, and even peach ice cream. Cooked peaches also make a great companion for more savory dishes, especially when they're combined with chicken or pork.

    How do you make peaches soft and juicy? ›

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    Does microwaving peaches soften them? ›

    Using the microwave will only work to help start the ripening process; it isn't a case of putting the unripe peach into the microwave and having it come out ripe.

    How do you know when peach cobbler is done? ›

    Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until the biscuit topping is golden brown and peach filling is bubbling around the edges. To test for doneness, stick a toothpick into the biscuit topping and if it comes out clean, it's done. Remove cobbler from the oven, and set the pan on a wire rack. Cool for 5 minutes before serving.

    Do you have to peel peaches before baking with them? ›

    Can You Leave the Skin on Peaches for Cobbler? Yes! Since the skins on the sliced peaches will soften during baking, they'll be very tender in the final dish. But if you'd rather not have them in your cobbler or other peach recipes, it's perfectly OK to peel the peaches first.

    How do you ripen peaches in 5 minutes? ›

    Fruit typically ripens faster in a paper bag due to the ethylene gas it emits, which gets trapped. Pop a few peaches in a paper bag solo or with an apple or banana, and you'll be pleasantly surprised by how quickly they'll be ready to eat.

    What peaches are best to bake with? ›

    If you like to bake your peaches into warm, comforting desserts, look for yellow freestone peaches at your local orchard or farmer's market. Yellow peaches have a sweet and tangy flavor that balances out sugary baked goods. Their naturally firm flesh bakes to a soft — but not mushy — texture.

    How do you make peaches taste better? ›

    If your peaches are not super juicy, tossing them with sugar will help draw out the liquid and make them seem juicier. And spices like cinnamon, cardamom, allspice, Aleppo pepper or even black pepper all pair really nicely with peaches and can jazz up the flavor nicely.

    Are canned or frozen peaches better for baking? ›

    If peaches aren't in season and you don't have any frozen peaches on hand, you can use canned peaches for most baked recipes. Keep in mind that canned peaches are cooked (even if they're raw packed), so they'll be softer and more tender compared to the texture of a fresh or frozen peach.

    Is it OK to freeze fresh peaches? ›

    By preserving your peach slices—or halves or whole fruits, if you like—in water or syrup, you can keep them frozen for up to 10 months. Wash, peel, and remove pits from peaches. Place peaches into a freezer-safe container, leaving at least 1/2 inch of headspace.

    Is it OK to eat canned peaches every day? ›

    According to the USDA's Dietary Guidelines, adults should eat at least 2 servings of fruit each day. And canned fruit can absolutely be just as healthy (if not more) than its fresh counterpart.

    Can dogs have peaches? ›

    Can Dogs Have Peaches? Yes, dogs can have peaches. In fact, this popular summer fruit is packed with nutrients like vitamins A and C, antioxidants and more. They're also high in fiber and higher in sugar than other fruits and berries, so it's best to stick to the 90/10 rule.

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    What can I do with hard peaches? ›

    Our favorite way to cook these fruits is by poaching. This simply means covering your fruit with liquid and simmering until the fruit is soft. Stone fruits and those with a core of seeds are the best for poaching. Pears, peaches, apples, and even plums do well.

    Can you use underripe peaches for pie? ›

    I like to buy under ripened peaches and allow them to ripen at room temperature in my kitchen. For pies you want them ripe but not overly so. They should definitely smell like peaches but not be too soft as they will exude more juice and can become mushy when baked.

    Are hard peaches okay to eat? ›

    If the peach is firm to the touch, it's not ready. Wait until there is some “give” when it is gently squeezed. Never squeeze too hard- it will result in bruising! A ripe peach has a dark yellow color.

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