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 summer’s 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 won’t 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 3–4 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 I’ve 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! 🍑✨
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 magic—so warm and fragrant. I added a tiny pinch of salt and it made it even better.
Yes!! The caramelization part is the best—mine gets all fragrant and glossy too. Love your tiny pinch of salt idea!
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 simple—do 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 there’s chocolate? 😜
My peaches stuck a bit even though I had butter. Next time I’ll oil the grates more—still 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 don’t 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… 🤔
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? 🤔
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!
I’m 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 😅 my grill runs hot. I’d do like 2 min maybe, and don’t burn the sugar-cinnamon. Still—nice idea!
I’m with you—didn’t think grilling would work, but the butter + cut-side down time makes sense. Totally trying this for dessert tonight.