Can I use canned or frozen peaches?

Fresh peaches work best because they hold their shape and bake beautifully. If you use frozen, thaw first and expect them to be softer. Canned peaches can work in a pinch, but reduce bake time and drain them well so they don’t get watery.

What if I don’t have cloves or nutmeg?

No problem. Cinnamon alone still makes delicious Cinnamon Sugar Baked Peaches. You can also swap in pumpkin pie spice if that’s what you’ve got.

Can I make these ahead of time?

They’re best warm right out of the oven. If you need to prep, you can mix the brown sugar and spices ahead and slice the peaches shortly before baking.

How do I store leftovers?

Store baked peaches in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days . Reheat in the microwave in short bursts or warm them in the oven. Add fresh ice cream when serving.

Can I use a different ice cream flavor?

Absolutely. Vanilla is classic, but butter pecan, caramel, or cinnamon ice cream is next-level with Cinnamon Sugar Baked Peaches.

Cinnamon Sugar Baked Peaches: Irresistible 5-Minute Treat

Description

Cinnamon Sugar Baked Peaches are the easiest cozy dessert—warm, tender peaches baked with buttery brown sugar and spices, then topped with vanilla ice cream.

Ingredients

Scale

4 large fresh peaches (ripe but firm), halved and pitted
4 small pieces unsalted butter (about 1 teaspoon each)
3 tablespoons brown sugar (light or dark)
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch ground nutmeg
Pinch ground cloves
Pinch salt
Vanilla ice cream, for serving

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F.
Slice peaches in half and remove pits. Place peach halves cut-side up on a baking sheet or in a baking dish.
Add a small piece of butter in the center of each peach half.
In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. Sprinkle evenly over peaches.
Bake 8–12 minutes, until peaches are tender and golden with bubbly juices.
Serve warm topped with vanilla ice cream.

Notes

Firmer peaches need closer to 12 minutes; very ripe peaches cook faster—start checking at 8 minutes.
Don’t skip the pinch of salt—it makes the flavors pop.
Want extra sparkle? Add a tiny drizzle of honey or caramel right before serving.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 peach half with ice cream
Calories: 260 kcal
Sugar: 33 g
Sodium: 80 mg
Fat: 11 g
Saturated Fat: 7 g
Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 39 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 3 g
Cholesterol: 35 mg