Nigella Baked Peaches

This easy and delicious baked peaches recipe by Nigella Lawson is a quick and simple dessert perfect for any occasion. With sweet, juicy peaches topped with warm, flavorful syrup, it’s a creamy treat that can be served with ice cream, yogurt, or heavy cream for extra indulgence.

Ingredients Needed

• 3 fresh, very ripe peaches, halved and pitted
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup or honey
• 1 tablespoon brandy, bourbon, or rum (optional)
• 1 tablespoon coconut sugar or light brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
• Vanilla ice cream, Greek yogurt, or heavy cream, for serving

How To Make Baked Peaches

1. Preheat oven and prepare a dish: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly coat a 9×9-inch (23×23 cm) or similarly sized baking dish with nonstick spray. Arrange the peach halves, cut side up, in the dish.
2. Mix ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the olive oil, maple syrup (or honey), brandy (optional), coconut sugar (or light brown sugar), vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and kosher salt. Stir to mix well.
3. Bake peaches: Spoon the mixture over the peaches, filling the centers and letting it drizzle over the sides. Bake uncovered for about 30 minutes, until the peaches are fork-tender and cooked through.
4. Serve: Serve warm with a topping of vanilla ice cream, Greek yogurt, or a pour of heavy cream.

Recipe Tips

• Use very ripe peaches: Choose peaches that are soft and slightly squishy for the best sweetness and texture when baked.
• Check the peaches halfway through: If the peaches seem to be browning too quickly, cover them loosely with foil to prevent burning while they cook through.
• Add a splash of lemon juice: A small amount of lemon juice in the syrup will help balance the sweetness of the peaches and sugar.
• Don’t skip the resting time: Let the peaches rest for a few minutes after baking. This allows the syrup to thicken and gives them time to cool slightly.
• Experiment with toppings: You can swap vanilla ice cream for Greek yogurt or even whipped cream, depending on your taste or what you have at home.

How To Store Leftovers?

• Refrigerate: Let the leftover baked peaches cool to room temperature. Then, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freeze: After cooling, place the baked peaches in an airtight container or freezer-safe bag. Freeze for up to 1 month. To serve, thaw them in the fridge for several hours or overnight before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 1 medium peach with syrup)

• Calories: 110
• Total Fat: 0.8g
• Potassium: 394mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 28g
• Dietary Fiber: 3.9g
• Sugars: 23.7g
• Protein: 1.6g

Try More Nigella Recipes:

• Nigella Genoise Sponge
• Nigella Italian Apple Pie
• Nigella Rice Salad
• Nigella Chocolate Biscuits