Description
Easy Pan-Fried Peaches with Sugar and Cinnamon are a quick and cozy treat featuring ripe peaches caramelized in butter, sugar, and cinnamon. They’re perfect for topping desserts or enjoying on their own as a warm, spiced snack.
Ingredients
- 2–3 ripe peaches, halved or sliced
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar or brown sugar
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- Optional: pinch of nutmeg or splash of vanilla extract
- Optional garnish: chopped walnuts or pecans, fresh mint
Instructions
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat until it begins to bubble.
- Place peaches cut side down in a single layer.
- Sprinkle sugar evenly over peaches, followed by cinnamon.
- Cook without stirring for 2–3 minutes, until the peaches start to caramelize.
- Flip each piece gently and cook another 2 minutes, spooning syrup over the tops.
- Add nutmeg or vanilla extract during the last minute if using.
- Remove from skillet, spoon syrup over, and garnish with nuts or mint if desired.
Notes
- Add ginger or allspice for a deeper spiced flavor.
- Add lemon or orange juice and zest for citrus brightness.
- Use honey or maple syrup instead of sugar for natural sweetness.
- Stir in fresh berries at the end for a fruity twist.
- Best served warm but can be stored and gently reheated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 peach
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
