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Honey Balsamic Grilled Peaches & Pineapple Recipe

Balsamic vinegar is incredibly versatile — far beyond the classic tomato and basil salad. Its sweet-tart depth pairs beautifully with stone fruit and tropical flavours, making it an ideal finishing touch for grilled fruit desserts. This simple recipe for honey-balsamic peaches and pineapple brings out the fruits’ natural sweetness while adding a glossy, caramelised glaze. Serve warm with whipped cream or chilled for a lighter treat.

HONEY BALSAMIC PEACHES & PINEAPPLE

Serves 2
Prep time 5 minutes
Cook time 20 minutes
Total time 25 minutes
Meal type Dessert, Snack
Misc Serve Cold, Serve Hot

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 peach per person
  • 2 pineapple rings per person (fresh pineapple gives the best flavour)
  • 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons runny honey
  • 50 g sliced almonds

OPTIONAL

  • A light sprinkling of demerara sugar for extra caramelisation

DIRECTIONS

1.
Halve each peach and remove the stone. Arrange the peach halves in a small ovenproof dish, cut side up.
2.
Cut the pineapple into 4–5 cm pieces and tuck them into the gaps between the peaches.
3.
Whisk together the honey and balsamic vinegar in a small cup until combined, then pour evenly over the fruit so all pieces are coated.
4.
Place the dish under a preheated grill (broiler) for 10 minutes to begin caramelising the fruit.
5.
Remove the dish and gently turn each peach half over so the cut side faces down. Return to the grill and cook a further 5 minutes.
6.
Turn the peaches back to their original position and grill briefly until the fruit is tender and the glaze is glossy.
7.
Take the dish from the oven and let the fruit cool slightly at room temperature.
8.
While the fruit cools, toast the sliced almonds in a dry frying pan over medium heat until they start to turn golden and fragrant. Watch them closely to prevent burning.
9.
Serve the warm or cooled fruit with a spoonful of whipped double cream or yogurt. Sprinkle with the toasted almonds and, if desired, a little demerara sugar for extra crunch and caramel flavour.