Grilled Peaches + Air Fryer Grilled Peaches

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If you are looking for a sweet summer treat, try grilled peaches. Grilling peaches brings out their natural sweetness and turns them into a tasty seasonal side dish or dessert.

Suitable for gluten free and vegan diets. Post includes Weight Watchers points.

a bowl containing grilled peaches with walnuts and ice cream

Summertime is all about grilling, and grilled peaches are such a wonderful treat. Grilling fruit is almost magical because it reduces the water content and intensifies the sweetness. As a bonus, we’re also showing you how to make this summer treat in your air fryer so you can beat the heat or enjoy the flavor all year round. #airfryerforthewin

Grilled peaches are incredibly versatile because they can be served as a side dish to grilled meats or topped with ice cream and served as dessert. This is also a great way to use peaches that haven’t quite reached their peak of juiciness. 

Friends, if you’ve never tried grilled peaches, you’ve really got to make this recipe. It is suuuuuch a simple and flavorful dessert and it’s incredibly impressive on the plate.

top down view of grilled peaches served in a bowl with ice cream and walnuts

Why You’ll ♡ These

  • Seasonal – Peach season is fleeting, so when you want to enjoy peaches as much as possible this recipe provides a delicious way.
  • Fancy, Yet Simple – Grilled peaches a la mode is a dessert you’d expect to find in a fancy restaurant. They are so simple to make and will impress your guests. 
  • Versatile – Grill peaches for dessert or serve them as a side dish to grilled meat. They go especially well with grilled pork.  
  • Kid-Friendly – Kids aren’t always on board when it comes to fruits and vegetables. This is a great way to sneak some fruit into their diet.  
the ingredients needed for making grilled peaches

Ready to make this Grilled Peach dessert? Gather your ingredients and I will show you…

How To Grill Peaches

Get the complete ingredients list and instructions from the recipe card below.

  1. Preheat the grill to medium heat.
  2. Slice the peaches in half and remove the pit.
  3. Place the peaches flesh side down and grill for about 4 minutes.
  4. Turn the peaches skin side down and then drizzle with maple syrup.
  5. Grill for another 4-6 minutes until soft. Larger peaches may need a few more minutes.
  6. Remove and serve with ice cream and chopped walnuts.
image collage showing the steps for making grilled peaches

How To Grill Peaches in Air Fryer

  1. Preheat Air Fryer to 350F / 180C.
  2. Slice the peaches in half and remove the pit.
  3. Place the peaches in the air fryer skin side down and then drizzle with maple syrup.
  4. Air fry for 8-12 minutes until soft. Larger peaches may need a few more minutes.
  5. Remove and serve with ice cream and chopped walnuts. 
image collage showing how to make air fryer frilled peaches

Pro Tips

  • Choose freestone peaches. This means you can easily remove the pit when you cut the peaches in half. 
  • If you are having trouble removing the pit, try using a melon baller to scoop out the pit
  • Look for slightly firm peaches. Juicy peaches have more sugar which means they will be prone to burning on the grill or in the air fryer. 
  • Cut peaches in half before grilling, rather than smaller slices so they don’t fall through the grates on the grill. 
  • You may need to adjust the cooking time depending on the size of your peaches. 
a close up view of one serving of grilled peaches and walnuts with ice cream

Delicious Variations

  • Serve with Meat – Skip the ice cream and serve the grilled peaches alongside grilled meat for a tasty summer side dish. 
  • Add Whipped Cream – Grilled peaches topped with a little bit of whipped cream is a lighter option than ice cream.
  • Grill Other Fruits – The same concept can be used for grilling other fruits like nectarines, pears or watermelon. You may need to adjust the cooking time depending on the fruit. 
  • Got Leftover Peaches? Chop or slice them and serve with a cheese plate, on a salad or as a topping for yogurt, cereal or oatmeal. 
grilled peaches served with ice cream and walnuts

Make Ahead And Storage

Prep Ahead – Chop walnuts and set out the ice cream to soften a bit while you grill the peaches. 

Store – Store any leftover grilled peaches in the fridge. Refrigerate for up to a week. 

Freeze – Leftover peaches can be frozen but will be very soft when thawed so they are best enjoyed warm off the grill or within a few days. 

FAQs

Can I Grill Peaches On A Grill Pan?

You sure can and this is a great option if you don’t have a grill or an air fryer. To grill on a grill pan, follow the instructions for grilled peaches.

Do I Need To Use Oil When Grilling Peaches?

A light coating of oil brushed onto the surface of the peaches can prevent them from sticking to the grill or the air fryer basket. We recommend an oil with a high smoke point like avocado, coconut or olive oil.

top down view of the completed grilled peaches in a bowl served with ice cream

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Weight Watchers Points

If not served with ice cream, there is just 1 Blue Plan SmartPoint in a serving of grilled peaches.

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5 from 6 votes

Grilled Peaches with Walnuts

Prep Time3 minutes
Cook Time8 minutes
Total Time11 minutes
Course: Dessert
Diet: Gluten Free
Servings: 6
Calories: 62kcal
Author: Bintu Hardy

Ingredients

  • 3 ripe peaches
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • oil optional for grilling

To serve

  • 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts
  • ice cream optional

Instructions

  • Preheat the grill to medium heat.
  • Slice the peaches in half and remove the pit.
  • Place the peaches flesh side down and grill for about 4 minutes.
  • Turn the peaches skin side down and then drizzle with maple syrup.
  • Grill for another 4-6 minutes until soft. Larger peaches may need a few more minutes.
  • Remove and serve with ice cream and chopped walnuts.

Air Fryer Instructions:

  • Preheat Air Fryer to 350F / 180C.
  • Slice the peaches in half and remove the pit.
  • Place the peaches in the air fryer skin side down and then drizzle with maple syrup.
  • Air fry for 8-12 minutes until soft. Larger peaches may need a few more minutes.
  • Remove and serve with ice cream and chopped walnuts.
  • Firmer peaches may need a bit longer.
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Notes

  • Choose freestone peaches. This means you can easily remove the pit when you cut the peaches in half. 
  • If you are having trouble removing the pit, use a melon baller to scoop it out. 
  • Choose slightly firm peaches. Juicy peaches have more sugar which means they will be prone to burning on the grill or in the air fryer. 
  • Grill peach halves rather than slices so they don’t fall through the grates on the grill. 
  • You may need to adjust the cooking size depending on the size of your peaches.
  • If you skip the ice cream, there is just 1 Blue Plan SmartPoint in a serving of this.

Nutrition

Calories: 62kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 165mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 245IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 1mg

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6 Comments

  1. 5 stars
    WOW!! This sounds so good. I am going to give this a tray with some ice cream as soon as I get home from vacation.

  2. 5 stars
    Oh wow! This looks so delicious and very tasty. We love grilling and these peaches will go so well with our chicken! I’m so excited to make these again!

  3. 5 stars
    I made this yesterday. I’ve put grilled peaches on vanilla ice cream. OMG, it was sooo delicious! This recipe is a keeper! Thanks!

  4. 5 stars
    Omg !! I’m obsessed with grilled peaches. These is one of my favorite desserts and loving it more with icecream and nuts