Fellow peach lovers!!! I have a peachy new recipe today that you absolutely must try.
Actually, it’s the opposite of new, and happens to be one of the oldest recipes here on the site that I published way back in my second month of blogging back in August of 2009. But I realized the other day that it has been collecting dust while buried down in the recipe archives, which is a sweet shame, because it is one of my all-time favorite summer dessert recipes. And easily one of the most-requested desserts that my friends mention every summer.
So six years later, I’m digging this simple recipe up from the archives and shouting from the rooftops that you need to “carpe peaches” and whip up a batch right now.
That’s right. I’m talking about peaches and meringue!
Peaches and Meringue
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 16 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
This peaches and meringue recipe is quick and easy to make, dairy-free, and perfect for summertime!
Ingredients
- 2 large ripe peaches, halved and pitted
- 3 tablespoons granulated white, divided
- 1 large egg white, room temperature
- optional toppings: crushed graham crackers, chopped nuts, granola, caramel sauce, etc.
Instructions
- Preheat oven broiler.
- Places peaches, cut side up, on a baking sheet and sprinkle evenly with 1/4 teaspoon sugar per peach half. Broil 4 to 5 inches from heat until tops begin to brown, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, add egg white with a pinch of salt to a mixing bowl and beat with electric mixer (or a hand blender also works well) on medium-high speed until foamy. Gradually add remaining 3 tablespoons sugar, beating briefly until the meringue holds stiff, glossy peaks.
- Place a dollop of meringue on each peach half and return to the broiler for 10-15 seconds. Turn off broiler and leave peaches in oven just until tips of meringue are browned, 20-30 seconds. (Watch very carefully so that the meringue does not burn.)
- Serve immediately, garnished with any extra toppings if you would like, and enjoy!
Notes
Recipe slightly adapted from Gourmet.
Absolutely gorgeous! Plus they sound delish! I’ve had grilled peaches before, but haven’t tried broiling them. Definitely will be giving that a try next time around.
Thank you Serene, we hope you enjoy the recipe!
So easy and so tasty!!!! I’m making this for friends this weekend…can’t wait to make just for the presentation alone!!! Thank you!
Thank you Jessica, we’re so happy you like these, and we hope your friends do as well! :)
What an outstanding idea!! And beautiful photos as always :)
Thank you Caroline, we hope you enjoy the recipe!
This is such a delicious combination, Ali! Peaches with meringue! So simple and easy to make too!
Thank you Savita, we hope you enjoy it! :)
Love recipe reduxes! I never have tried fruit with meringue like this before.. but it looks delicious and so perfect for the season too.
Thanks Thalia, we hope you enjoy!
These look fantastic Ali! Yum!
Thanks Ana, we hope you enjoy! :)
I’ve always been slightly skeptical of meringue but you make this look too darn good & easy… Must try!!!
Thanks Senika, definitely give it a shot, we promise it’s easy (and yummy)! :)