Grilled peaches, filled with slightly sweetened Mascarpone cheese, drizzled with a bit of honey, and topped toasted almonds are a summertime treat.I first tasted grilled peaches the summer of 2011. I was visiting family in Chicago and we BBQ’d on the shores of Lake Michigan.
They were memorably delicious, with the warm, slightly caramelized flesh of the peach combined with the slightly sweetened mascarpone for a wonderful combination of warm, cool, creamy and juicy. I love anything almond flavored, so the hint of almond paste makes this one of my favorite summertime desserts. If you love fruit desserts like I do, you should try Poire Belle Helene or Bananas Tropical. ( This post was originally published on August 15th, 2012. As an Amazon Affiliate, I earn commission on qualifying purchases.)
Grilled Peaches with honey, almonds and mascarpone.
Why Grilling?
Grilling peaches brings out the natural sugar in the fruit and gently caramelizes the surface of the fruit. Because they are naturally sweet already, this recipe uses just a touch of honey in addition to the almond paste to lightly sweeten the mascarpone, making it the perfect dessert for someone who is watching their sugar intake.
How to grill a peach
Choose firm but ripe peaches. Assemble the filling ahead of time if desired, and keep refrigerated until ready to use.
If they are too soft and they won’t hold up to grilling. Simply slice the peaches in half horizontally and scoop out the pit.
Brush each side with coconut oil.
Cook them about 4 minutes per side, until grill marks appear and the peach begins to soften.
Once you’ve removed them to a serving plate, fill them with the mascarpone cheese mixture.
When the peaches are filled, sprinkle them with sliced, toasted almonds and drizzle with honey.
Serve immediately.
Looking for more summer grilling ideas?
Did you know you can even grill pizza!
Grilled pizza with pesto, ricotta and smoked mozzarella.
My favorite way to eat vegetables is this recipe for Lemon Thyme and Butter Grilled Vegetables.
Grilled Vegetables with Lemon Thyme Butter.
Grilled Peaches With Mascarpone, Almonds And Honey
Ingredients
- 4 peaches ripe, but firm
- 8 ounces Mascarpone or cream cheese
- 3 Tablespoons almond paste grated or crumbled
- 4 Tablespoons honey
- 4 Tablespoons almonds slivered and lightly toasted.
- 2 Tablespoons Coconut oil
- Additional honey for drizzling
Instructions
- Pre-heat grill to medium
- Cut peaches in half and remove stones. Brush each side lightly with oil.
- Meanwhile, blend cheese with almond paste, and honey until smooth.
- Grill peaches on medium heat, about 4 minutes per side until grill marks appear and fruit begins to soften. Remove from the grill.
- Stuff warm peaches with Mascarpone mixture.
- Drizzle with additional honey. Top with toasted almonds.
Aunt Bee says
Never had a grilled peach but your pictures sure make me want to try one!!! Love the filling too! <3
Cynthia says
Thanks Brandi! They’re really yummy! Let me know if you do!
Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says
A thousand times yes! I love the flavor combo here, especially the addition of the lavender!
Cynthia says
Thank you Kimberly! I think lavender gives such a nice under note to so many dishes!
Michelle @ A Dish of Daily Life says
I’m thinking I need to try grilled peaches now! This looks delicious!
Cynthia says
Yes! You do need to try grilling fruit!
Alex Caspero MA,RD (@delishknowledge) says
Sounds like the perfect summer dessert! I love that you have all those peaches and lavender in your backyard. I use lavender in my iced tea but never thought to combine it like this- awesome recipe!
Cynthia says
I’ve never tried lavender in my iced tea, but that sounds great too! Now I’ve got to try it!
Sarah says
They sound as good as they look!