Make the most of peach season with this easy baked peaches recipe! Made with just four ingredients, fresh peaches, butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon. This simple dessert is sweet, juicy, and full of summer flavor. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate comforting treat.
Updated July 2025: Updated photos, added serving tips, and FAQs. It was originally posted in July 2020.
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Reader Val, commented: "Great recipe! So easy to make. Prepped them early in the day. Baked them in the afternoon & reheated for dessert served with ice cream. Everyone loved it! Will make it again! Thanks so much! ★★★★★"
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These brown sugar baked peaches are the kind of dessert you can throw together while dinner is on the table and have ready by the time you're done eating. Whether you're using freestone or clingstone peaches, this is an easy recipe that's always a crowd-pleaser.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Only 4 ingredients — nothing fancy required!
- Quick and easy — ready in about 40 minutes total.
- Perfect for summer — ideal way to use ripe peaches.
Tools You'll Need
- 8x8-inch baking dish
- Small knife or paring knife
- Measuring spoons
- Spoon for scooping and serving
Helpful Tips
- Use freestone peaches if possible, they’re much easier to pit.
- Look for peaches that are fragrant, vibrant in color, and just slightly firm to the touch.
- For deeper flavor, add a splash of vanilla extract or a pinch of ground nutmeg.
- Want a caramelized top? Turn on the broiler for the last 2 to 3 minutes of baking.
👉🏾 See the recipe card below for exact quantities and full instructions.
📖 Recipe
Easy Baked Peaches Recipe with Brown Sugar
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Equipment
- 1 8x8-inch baking dish
- 1 Small knife or paring knife
Ingredients
- 4 to 5 fresh peaches
- 4 tablespoons butter, cubed
- 8 teaspoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Clean and halve the peaches. Remove the pit and place the peach halves cut side up in an 8x8-inch baking dish.
- Add about ½ tablespoon of butter into the pit cavity of each peach half.
- Sprinkle each with 1 teaspoon brown sugar and a pinch (about ⅛ tsp) of ground cinnamon.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the peaches are tender and caramelized.
- Optional: Broil on high for 2 minutes for a golden top.
- Spoon the juices over the peaches and serve warm with ice cream.
Notes
- You can use either light or dark brown sugar.
- For a sweeter version, double the brown sugar.
- Leftovers keep well in the fridge up to 4 days.
How to Serve
Serve your baked peaches warm with:
- Vanilla ice cream
- Whipped cream
- A drizzle of caramel or honey
- Greek yogurt for a lighter option
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Storage & Reheating
Let leftovers cool completely, then store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat, place in a 300°F oven until warm or microwave for 30–60 seconds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Nope! The skins soften beautifully as they bake. But if you prefer them peeled, you can blanch them first.
Fresh is best, but well-drained canned or thawed frozen peaches will work. Adjust baking time slightly if needed.
Yes! Assemble the dish, cover, and refrigerate. Bake when ready to serve.
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💌 From my kitchen to yours, happy baking!
Val says
Great recipe!so easy to make. Prepped them early in the day. Baked them in the afternoon & reheated for dessert served with ice cream. Everyone loved it! Will make it again! Thanks so much!
LaKita says
Thank you for sharing Val! I'm happy to hear you enjoyed the recipe, we love having it with ice cream as well 🙂
Phil D. says
Excellent! Thanks for sharing
LaKita says
Awesome, thank you so much Phil! Happy to hear you enjoyed the baked peaches recipe!