Grilled cinnamon sugar peaches are a deliciously easy and unique dessert that combines the natural sweetness of ripe peaches with the rich, smoky flavor from the grill. The warm cinnamon sugar coating gives the peaches a caramelized, crispy exterior while the inside remains juicy and tender. This dessert is a perfect way to enjoy summerâs fresh produce and is ideal for outdoor barbecues, picnics, or a casual weeknight treat.
To prepare, start by halving ripe peaches and removing the pits. For best results, choose peaches that are firm but ripe, this ensures they wonât fall apart while grilling. Brush the cut sides lightly with melted butter or olive oil, which will help the cinnamon sugar adhere to the fruit and create that golden caramelized crust.
In a small bowl, mix together sugar and ground cinnamon, adjusting the ratio depending on how sweet or spicy you want the flavor to be. Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar generously over the cut sides of the peaches, making sure they are well-coated.
Preheat your grill to medium heat, and place the peach halves cut-side down on the grill. Grill for 3â4 minutes on each side, or until the peaches are tender and grill marks are visible. The heat from the grill enhances the natural sugars in the fruit, giving it a delightful smokiness while the cinnamon sugar creates a slightly crispy, caramelized crust.
Once the peaches are done, serve them warm, and for an extra indulgent touch, top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or a drizzle of honey. Fresh mint leaves or a dusting of powdered sugar can add a beautiful finishing touch to this summery dessert.
Grilled cinnamon sugar peaches are the perfect balance of sweet, smoky, and spiced, making them a simple yet impressive dessert for any summer occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 peaches ripe, halved and pitted
- 1 tablespoon butter melted
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium heat.
- Brush the cut side of the peach halves with melted butter.
- In a small bowl, mix sugar and cinnamon together, then sprinkle over the peach halves.
- Place peaches cut side down on the grill and cook for 3-4 minutes.
- Flip the peaches over and continue grilling for another 2-3 minutes, until they are tender.
- Remove from grill and serve warm, optionally with a scoop of ice cream.
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This is the best dessert Iâve ever made on the grill! So easy and delicious!
Really simple recipe, but I messed it up. I left them on too long. RIP peaches.
Me no like peaches. I just eat bananas. But my friend liked it a lot.
I tried this with nectarines instead of peaches, and it was bomb! Great idea to add cinnamon.
Can you do this in the oven instead? Grills scare me lol.
Yum!! I added some vanilla ice cream on top, and now I can’t stop dreaming about it.
Really? I don’t think ice cream goes with grilled peaches. Seems weird to me.
That sounds amazing! Ice cream makes everything better. Gonna try it your way!
Absolutely loved this recipe! The peaches were so sweet and caramelized perfectly on the grill.
I’m so glad you enjoyed it! Grilled peaches are a game changer! đâš
Grilled peaches? Are you serious? Not my thing! Way too sweet for me.
3 out of 10. Was expecting something more flavorful. They tasted bland to me.
These turned out ridiculously good. The cinnamon sugar caramelizes on the grill like magicâso warm and fragrant. I added a tiny pinch of salt and it made it even better.
Yes!! The caramelization part is the bestâmine gets all fragrant and glossy too. Love your tiny pinch of salt idea!
Not bad, but 2 peaches felt like âfor ants.â Also 1 tbsp sugar was kinda sweetâcould use less or mix in salt? Still ate it all đ
Grilled peaches!? Who woulda thought? What a great idea! Added some honey on top too.
Not what I expected. The peaches didn’t really caramelize like I thought they would… maybe I did something wrong?
Skeptical about this. Sounds too simpleâdo they really taste good?
I don’t know about grilling peaches. They just don’t seem right to me. I prefer them raw.
I made this for a BBQ and everyone kept asking for the recipe! So simple!
That sounds amazing! I can’t wait to try this at my next gathering. Thanks for sharing!
I was skeptical at first, but then I tried them and wow! Easy to make and tastes delicious. Definitely a summer favorite now.
5 stars! My kids loved it! I added some honey too. Best summer treat ever!
That sounds amazing! Honey is a great idea with peaches. I bet they tasted even better!
I don’t know about this… Grilling peaches? Seems kinda weird to me. How’d they turn out exactly?
Peaches are kinda overrated. I mean, who needs fruit when thereâs chocolate? đ
My peaches stuck a bit even though I had butter. Next time Iâll oil the grates moreâstill tasted great though.
I dunno, grilling fruits seems weird to me. They got mushy too fast. Not my thing.
I think 3-4 minutes is too long on my grill. Mine charred slightly on the first side. Maybe medium-low next time?
Yum! Just yum! I added vanilla ice cream, and it took it to another level. Sooo good!
Soo easy! I made this for my kids and they loved it. Definitely adding to my recipe book!
These peaches were fantastic! So sweet and juicy after grilling. Perfect for summer!
I donât know about this. Grilled fruit sounds weird. Peaches are better fresh, right?
I totally agree! Grilling peaches really brings out their sweetness. Perfect treat for a BBQ!
Cinnamon and sugar? Sounds like a dessert rather than a fruit. I dunno about this one… đ€
I think I did something wrong, mine didn’t turn out like the picture. What did I mess up?!
Maybe your grill wasn’t hot enough? I always preheat mine for like 10 minutes to get that perfect char. Don’t worry, it happens! Just try again!
These peaches were amazing! The cinnamon sugar combo is just perfect. I grilled them for a little longer, and they turned out so juicy.
Just wow! I added some vanilla ice cream on top and it was a game changer. Will make again!
Eh, not bad. Kinda bland if you ask me. Maybe more sugar? đ€
Nah, I disagree! The cinnamon brings a nice kick, and peaches are sweet enough on their own. Did you use ripe peaches?
I think the sugar amount is just right! Maybe you just need to let them cook a bit longer? The caramelization adds so much flavor!
Iâm skeptical about grilling peaches, but wow. They got sweet and tender without turning mushy. Great quick dessert for weeknights.
Ok but 3-4 min cut side down sounds risky đ my grill runs hot. Iâd do like 2 min maybe, and donât burn the sugar-cinnamon. Stillânice idea!
Iâm with youâdidnât think grilling would work, but the butter + cut-side down time makes sense. Totally trying this for dessert tonight.
I tried this recipe but my peaches turned to mush. Not sure what I did wrong.
These were insanely goodâcaramel vibes with the cinnamon. I did 4 minutes on the first side and 3 on the second and they were perfect. 10/10 with vanilla ice cream.
Yum!!! đđ„
Simple and actually tastes like summer. I used slightly less cinnamon because Iâm sensitive, but still great. Would make again with nectarines too.
Pretty good! I followed it mostly, but my peaches took a bit longer than 3-4 minutes. Still turned out sweet and juicy.
Good idea but mine stuck a bit on the grates even though I used butter. Maybe I should oil the grill too. Flavor was still tasty though.
It was okay… maybe next time more sugar? Just not sweet enough for me. đ€
I donât know⊠grilling fruit seems kinda pointless when you can just bake or pan-fry. But Iâll admit it was delicious, just faster than I expected.
My mom used to make something like this and I always loved it. A trip down memory lane!
Didnât like the cinnamon idea. Who puts cinnamon on fruit? Just eat ’em plain!
Grill? On medium heat? This seems like a fast way to burn sugar. Mine started getting too dark before the peaches were tender.
Totally agreeâmedium heat is still easy to scorch because that sugar/cinnamon caramelizes fast. I always keep an eye on the cut side and pull them the moment they look glossy, not dark.
I tried this and my peaches got too burned too đ I think 3-4 min on the first side is too long for my grill. Maybe lower the heat or grill shorter until tenderâalso make sure the peaches are really ripe so they soften faster.
I was skeptical about grilling fruit, but wow. The cut-side browning is where itâs at. Next time Iâll do a little less sugar so it caramelizes more evenly.
Yes! The cut-side browning is legit caramel territory đ I did it once and now Iâm hooked on grilled peaches.
I tried this but I think I used too much sugar, it got all sticky and kind of burned on me. Still tasted good thoughâmaybe lower heat?
Wasnât sure about the cinnamon, but it actually worked great. Remarkable combo!
Perfect summer treat! Great for impressing guests! I even added some honey. Yum!
Wow, adding honey sounds like a fantastic idea! I’ll have to try that next time. Thanks for the tip!
Super easy and my kids loved it! They even asked for seconds! Will definitely make again.
Really? I donât think grilling peaches is a good idea. Arenât they supposed to just be eaten fresh?
That sounds amazing! I can’t wait to try it with my kids too. They love peaches!
Looks good
Thanks! The cinnamon sugar on the cut side caramelizes so nicelyâdefinitely try it with a little ice cream.
Hmm sounds good but 3-4 min cut side down feels shortâmy peaches always stick and turn mushy đ Still gonna give it a go though.
Yea, I guess they tasted good, but they look burnt đł. Better luck next time!
Yeah, I overcooked them a bit! đ Thanks for the encouragement though. I’ll try again!
I don’t know, my peaches ended up mushy. Maybe I grilled them too long? đ
The cinnamon-sugar combo is classic, and grilling really elevates it. I added a tiny squeeze of lemon at the end and it made it brighter.
Just peachy! Can’t believe how easy this was. Gonna make again for sure.
Grilled peaches? Sounds weird to me. Who even eats warm fruit? Iâll pass.
Grilled peaches are actually amazing! You should give them a try! The warm fruit is a game changer! đ
Nope. 5-6 minutes total? Peaches can be mush after that. I think you should watch closely.
Nahhh, 5-6 mins is fine. I grill mine way longer and they come out fine. Maybe your peaches were over-ripe or your grill runs too hot.
I get your pointâif peaches are super ripe they can go mushy fast. Iâve found 3-4 min cut-side down is perfect if the grill isnât too hot, then just a quick flip.
Yuck! I thought this was gonna be good, but it just tasted weird with the sugar and cinnamon. Not for me.
Isn’t this just grilled fruit? How special can it be? đ
These peaches are soooo good! Perfect summer treat! đ
I just made these and they taste amazing! Definitely a new favorite! đ
Easy and delicious! I served them with vanilla ice cream, a total hit at the BBQ! đ
Not bad, but it didnât really wow me. Iâve had peaches with honey and bourbon that blew this away.
Fairâpeaches with honey and bourbon sounds way more âwow.â This oneâs more simple/sweet than boozy. Iâll try your version sometime!
Yum! I tried it with vanilla ice cream and it was like a festival in my mouth! đđđđđ
So easy! Didnât expect grilled fruit to be this flavorful. Next time Iâll brush with a little more butter because it looked kinda dry at first, but it worked out.
These peaches are a game changer! I grilled them last night and they were soooo good. Definitely a keeper!
I love grilled peaches! But did you really think they were THAT good? Seems a bit over the top.
Super easy and quick. My peaches were a bit too ripe though, so they got slightly mushy on the flip, but still tasted amazing with ice cream.
That sounds perfect for a quick dessert night! đ Sorry about the mushy flip, but I love that it still worked outâice cream always saves the day.
Way too much butter for me. Iâd cut it in half next time. The flavor was okay, just heavy.
The cinnamon sugar is the right amount for me. I served it with vanilla ice cream and it tasted like summer. Would absolutely make again when peaches are in season.
I tried this with some nectarines instead and it was ok, but not as good as I expected. Maybe itâs better with actual peaches?
Not sure about grilling peachesâarenât they supposed to get all dry? Mine did a bit, but I think cutting them thicker would help.
Can you use any fruit? I was thinking of trying this with apples instead. Thoughts?
I messed up and put the sugar on before brushing butter, so it clumpedâstill tasted fine though. My fault, not your recipe.
This recipe is AMAZING! The flavors are so good together. Grilling the peaches brings out their sweetness. I topped it with ice cream, yum!
My husband doesn’t like peaches, but he liked this! Surprise, surprise! Guess grilling helps.
Very easy recipe! But other fruits would work too, like apples or bananas. Just a thought!
These peaches turned out amazing! So sweet and juicy. Made them for dessert and everyone loved it.
Lowkey genius. One of the only desserts my grill can handle besides burgers đ . I added a drizzle of honey afterâhighly recommend.
Lowkey? More like high-key delicious đ Honey drizzle is such a good move. The cinnamon sugar on the grill is perfect.
I tried this but my peaches stuck a bit (even with grilling). Next time Iâll oil the grates or use foil. Flavor was still nice though.
Peaches or not, I still love grilling! Gimme a steak any day!
I don’t know about this peach thing. Steak is where it’s at. Peaches just ain’t my jam.
Grilled peaches are amazing! They make a great dessert after a steak. You should give it a try!
Super easy recipe but I think I overcooked mine a bit. Still tasted okay, but I wanted more caramelization.
These grilled peaches are life changing! The cinnamon sugar combo is so delish! đâ€ïž
Peaches on the grill? I don’t get it. Fruit grilled? Nope, not for me.
OMG best dessert ever!!! I could eat this all day. đ
I totally agree! These peaches are like little bites of heaven! đâš
Is there a way to do this on a stove instead? My grill is broken đ
I thought the sugar and cinnamon would burn, but it mostly caramelized. Next time Iâll keep the heat a touch lower.
Good save! Caramelizing instead of burning is exactly what you want with that mix. Iâll try it with slightly lower heat next time too.
My peaches were a little too ripe so they got soft fastâlike, more âpeach jamâ than slices. Still tasted good though.
My family loved this recipe! They were super sweet and had a nice char. Perfect summer dessert!
I don’t know… grilled fruit? Sounds weird to me. Can’t be that good. I think Iâll stick to my usual desserts.
I used cinnamon, but I think I measured wrong bc it was super strong. Still edible, just not my taste. Otherwise the cook times were pretty spot on.
Not gonna lie, Iâm skeptical about grilling fruit + cinnamon. But I made it anyway and wow⊠itâs like peach pie filling without the crust.
Yummy! Also made a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top like you said. Pairing is epic!
Could’ve been better. My peaches got too mushy on the grill. Overall okay though.
Mushy peaches happen sometimes. They taste good tho, so donât be too hard on yourself! Just means next time pick firmer ones.
I had the same issue with my peaches! Maybe they were too ripe to start with? But still, the flavor was great!
These turned out amazingâcaramel-y edges and the cinnamon sugar tasted like summer on a plate. I added a little vanilla to the sugar mix and it was perfect.
Way too much cinnamon for my taste. I think 1/2 tsp would be plenty. Also, donât walk awayâmine started sticking.
Mine came out kinda mushyâprobably left them too long. Iâll shorten the flip time next time. Still tasted yummy.
Mushy peaches is tragic đ next time try shorter total time or grill with cut side down just until softened. Also make sure theyâre still firm-ripe, not super overripe.
Ahh yeah, that sounds like they may have gone a touch too long. I usually watch for the cut side to get nice and caramel-y, then flipâtiming on the same âmediumâ heat can vary a lot.
I followed the steps exactly and they didnât fall apart like I thought they would. But the flavor is excellent. Would make again for sure.
I was skeptical about grilling fruit, but wow. The outside gets kind of jammy. Just make sure peaches are really ripe or they wonât soften fast.
These were ridiculously goodâcaramelized edges and the cinnamon sugar smelled like dessert heaven. I added a little pinch of salt and it totally popped.
I tried it but mine came out kinda wetâlike the sugar melted right away. Maybe I used peaches that were too juicy? Still tasty though, just not as âcaramelized.â
Yes!! The caramelized edges are the best part. I made these last weekend and the cinnamon sugar totally smelled like dessert heaven too.
One-word: yum.
Yum!
Grilling fruit? Thatâs a new one for me. My grandma would have never! LOL.
Not sure if I did it wrong, but the sugar mostly melted off and ended up on the grill. Still got a sweet smell though. Any tips to prevent that?
Pretty good, though my peaches were super ripe and they got a little soft/fell apart when I flipped them. Still sweet and tastyâjust need firmer fruit or gentler flipping.
My butter was runny and the cinnamon sugar clumped, so I had to spread it with a spoon. Taste was fine, presentation was kinda ugly lol.
Tried this tonightâso easy and the cinnamon-sugar caramelized perfectly. The peaches smelled amazing on the grill.
Does butter really need to be melted? I tried it not melted and it clumped⊠I guess I learned something. Still tasty though!
Iâve done it with softened butter and it was kinda messy too đ but I think next time Iâll warm it just a bit so it spreads. Still, peaches are peachesâcanât really mess it up!
Yepâmelted butter helps it brush on evenly and not clump. The clumps usually happen when the butter starts solid again before it coats the fruit.
These came out insanely fragrant. The cinnamon caramelizes a bit on the grill and itâs so good with vanilla ice cream.
Yes!! I love when the cinnamon caramelizes like that. I just made these and the vanilla ice cream combo is unreal.
Maybe I did something wrong but mine burned a little on the cut side after like 2 minutesâhad to turn the grill way lower. Still tasty though.
These peaches are AMAZING! So sweet and juicy! I can’t believe how easy this was! 5 stars!
I totally agree! These peaches are the perfect summer treat. Just made them too and they turned out delicious!
This was ok. I forgot to buy cinnamon and it was not the same. Maybe next time Iâll do better.
Cinnamon really adds a lot! You should definitely try again with it next time.
Delicious! Made this for a BBQ and everyone loved it! Will make again!
This is just peaches and sugar⊠on a grill. But somehow it feels fancy? Like backyard restaurant vibes.
Honestly this sounds ridiculously easy, but I get what you meanâpeaches + cinnamon on a grill does feel kinda fancy. đ
I followed it mostly, but I only grilled one side and they were still great. Next time I might add a pinch of salt to make the flavor pop.
Grilled peaches? Really? I just donât get it. They look burnt.
I donât get why butter needs to be melted, but I did it anyway. The sugar stuck really well and the smell was amazing. Texture was awesome once I didnât overthink the timing.
Iâm not usually a fan of grilling fruit, but wow. The char + cinnamon is legit. Served with vanilla ice cream and it was gone fast.
I donât usually do fruit on the grill eitherâkinda thought itâd be mushyâbut the cinnamon-sugar idea makes me want to try it. Char + vanilla sounds dangerous (in a good way).
Not bad, but I felt like it needed a pinch of salt to really make the sweetness pop. Otherwise it tasted a little flat.
The timing is spot on if your peaches are ripe. Mine were softer, so I only did about 5 minutes total and they were perfect.
Came out kinda burnt on the bottom and raw-ish insideâprobably my grill runs hot. Still tasted good though, just ugly lol.
Ugh, thatâs the worstâsounds like your grill is running hotter than the recipeâs âmedium.â Next time try lowering it a notch and keep a closer eye after the first 2 minutes on cut-side down. Also flipping a bit earlier might save the bottoms.
Ok I tried it and I messed up by not pitting all the way⊠still edible but would not recommend đ
Ahh no worriesâglad it was still edible đ Iâd say next time just go a little slower on the pitting so you donât accidentally underdo it.
So easy. The peaches smelled amazing on the grill. Only thing is I used less sugar because my peaches were already sweet, and it still tasted great.
I followed everything and it was⊠ok? Like sweet peaches with cinnamon. I expected more âwow.â Maybe I undercooked? Not bad though.
Honestly? I think 3-4 min is too short. I grill mine like 6-7 min cut side down, then another few. Also add a tiny pinch of saltâmakes the cinnamon taste way better. Not lying đ
I get what you meanâmine can be âjust pleasantâ if the peaches arenât super ripe. If they were underripe, even 5-6 minutes wonât get that wow factor. Did you taste-test for tenderness before flipping?
Easy and fast. I used a tiny pinch of salt in the sugar mix and it really bumped the flavor.
This is basically dessert for people who donât want to bake, lol. Still, it worked perfectly. 10/10 would grill again.
Haha I love thisâdessert that skips the whole baking situation. I tried it and it *totally* tasted like it came from a fancy grill place.
I followed it exactly and my peaches were kinda soft-but-not-tender after the time. Maybe my grill runs hot? Still tasted good though.
Mine woulda been hard if I cooked it that long. Did you maybe use unripe peaches? Also Iâm not sure about grill medium lolâmine burned quick even on low.
Totally possibleâpeaches can go from âsoftâ to âmehâ fast if the grill runs hot. Next time try medium-low or just 1 min less on each side. Glad it still tasted good!
I messed up and used cinnamon sugar right in the bowl with the butter, and it still tasted fine. Kinda like a quick glaze.
Just a tip â using nectarines works just as good, believe me! đ
They turned out way too mushy for me. Not a fan of the texture after grilling.
For 2 peaches, it feels kinda smallâlike is this really enough for a whole family? But the flavor was strong, so maybe as a side dessert.
Yeah, for a whole family it might feel a bit lightâunless youâve got other sides. But as a dessert for a few people or a sweet topping, it sounds spot on.
Tried it exactly as written and they were tender, sweet, and not messy. Only thing: my grill runs hot, so 3 minutes first side was enough. Great quick dessert.
These peaches were AMAZING! I never thought Iâd like grilled fruit. 10/10!
I was skeptical at first, but grilled peaches are actually so good! Glad you liked them! đ
Simple and easy! I made this with my kids and they loved it! Will definitely make again. Thanks for sharing!
The cook time was pretty spot on for me. Mine got a little charred at 4 minutes on the first side, but flipping fast fixed it. Will make again!
These peaches came out so fragrantâcinnamon + butter is a perfect combo. I did 4 min total on each side and they were juicy and tender. The ice cream suggestion is spot on.
Why grill them at all? I feel like it dries them out. Iâd rather pan-sear or just bakeâthis one wasnât my thing.
These were ridiculously goodâsweet but not cloying. The cinnamon caramelizes a bit on the grill and it tastes like summer.