Description
Learn how to make delicious roasted peaches that are perfect as a standalone dessert or a topping for ice cream and yogurt.
Ingredients
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Fresh Peaches:
- 2 pounds (900 grams) fresh peaches, cut into 1-inch chunks
Lemon Juice Mixture:
- 2 tablespoons fresh-squeezed lemon juice
- 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar, divided
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and line a half baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Peaches: In a large bowl, combine the chopped peaches, lemon juice, and 1/2 cup of sugar. Spread the mixture on the baking sheet.
- Roast the Peaches: Roast the peaches for 15 minutes. Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more sugar if desired. Roast for additional 10-15 minute intervals until desired sweetness is achieved.
- Cool and Store: Once roasted, scrape the peaches and syrup into a bowl to cool. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 6 months.
Notes
- For a caramelized touch, consider sprinkling a bit of brown sugar over the peaches before roasting.
- These roasted peaches pair wonderfully with vanilla ice cream or Greek yogurt.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
