Topped Grilled Peaches

Name: Topped Grilled Peaches
Ingredients: 4 ripe but firm peaches, halved and pitted; 1 tablespoon neutral oil (such as avocado); 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese; 2 tablespoons hot honey; 2 tablespoons crushed salted pistachios; 3 ounces fresh burrata cheese; 4 slices prosciutto, torn into ribbons; 2 tablespoons aged balsamic vinegar; 4 ounces soft goat cheese; 3 strips thick-cut bacon, cooked and crumbled; 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves; 4 pint vanilla bean gelato; 1/4 cup toasted shredded coconut; 1 tablespoon fresh grated lime zest; 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, beaten to stiff peaks with 1 teaspoon instant espresso; 2 tablespoons dark chocolate, finely shaved; 1/4 cup crushed graham cracker crumbs; 1/2 cup BF chantilly cream; 1/2 cup fresh raspberries; 2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted

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Nothing says peak summer quite like juicy, caramelized grilled peaches. While they are spectacular on their own, the real magic happens when you use them as a canvas for creative toppings. Grilling intensifies the natural sweetness of the fruit and adds a subtle smoky depth, making it the perfect partner for everything from creamy cheeses and savory meats to rich creams and crunchy nuts. Here are seven incredible ways to elevate your next summer dessert or appetizer.

Ingredients

Base:

4 ripe but firm peaches, halved and pitted
1 tablespoon neutral oil (such as avocado)

Topping 1 (Sweet & Spicy)

1/2 cup mascarpone cheese
2 tablespoons hot honey
2 tablespoons crushed salted pistachios

Topping 2 (Savory Italian Bistro)

3 ounces fresh burrata cheese
4 slices prosciutto, torn into ribbons
2 tablespoons aged balsamic vinegar

Topping 3 (Herbed Goat Cheese & Bacon)

4 ounces soft goat cheese
3 strips thick-cut bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves

Topping 4 (Tropical Dolce)

4 pint vanilla bean gelato
1/4 cup toasted shredded coconut
1 tablespoon fresh grated lime zest

Topping 5 (Mocha Crunch)

1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, beaten to stiff peaks with 1 teaspoon instant espresso
2 tablespoons dark chocolate, finely shaved
1/4 cup crushed graham cracker crumbs

Topping 6 (Raspberry Almond)

1/2 cup BF chantilly cream
1/2 cup fresh raspberries
2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted

Directions

Clean your grill grates thoroughly and preheat the grill to medium-high heat, roughly 400°F.
Slice the peaches in half and remove the pits. Brush the cut sides lightly with a neutral, high-smoke-point oil to prevent sticking and help create beautiful grill marks.
Place the peach halves cut-side down directly onto the hot grill grates. Close the lid and cook undisturbed for 4 to 5 minutes, until clear grill marks appear and the fruit begins to soften slightly.
Flip the peaches over so they are skin-side down. Cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until the fruit is warm throughout and tender. Remove them from the heat and place them on a serving platter.
While the peaches are still warm, choose your favorite topping combination from the list above and assemble.