Description
Succulent Southern fried peaches blend sweet Georgia fruit with crispy golden batter, creating a classic dessert that embodies Southern comfort. Warm spices and rich textures invite you to savor a delightful culinary experience from the heart of the American South.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 peaches (ripe, sliced)
- 2 tablespoons (tbsps) unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon (tsp) cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon (tsp) nutmeg (optional)
- 1 teaspoon (tsp) vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Warm a spacious cast-iron skillet over medium heat, allowing butter to melt and create a golden, bubbling surface.
- Gently place peach segments into the sizzling butter, allowing each slice to transform into a caramelized golden treasure for approximately 2-3 minutes per side.
- Cascade brown sugar, aromatic cinnamon, warm nutmeg, and delicate salt across the softening peaches, tenderly folding the spices to ensure every slice receives an even, luxurious coating.
- Enhance the developing flavors by introducing a splash of pure vanilla extract, continuing to cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and develops a rich, glossy consistency.
- Transfer the glistening, spice-infused peaches immediately onto waiting pancakes, crisp waffles, or alongside a creamy scoop of premium vanilla ice cream, serving while the fruit remains warm and inviting.
Notes
- Choose ripe, firm peaches that are slightly soft to the touch for the best caramelization and natural sweetness.
- Use a cast-iron skillet to achieve a perfect golden-brown color and enhance the caramelization process.
- Adjust the sugar amount based on the peaches’ natural sweetness to control the overall dessert’s flavor profile.
- Transform this recipe into a gluten-free or vegan option by serving over alternative bases like coconut yogurt or almond flour pancakes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 132 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 45 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 8 mg