Grilled peaches with vanilla ice cream 

Indulge in the simple elegance of grilled peaches with vanilla ice cream, a luscious dessert that celebrates summer’s bounty. Juicy, ripe peaches are brushed with a hint of oil and seared on the grill until tender, caramelized, and lightly charred—bringing out their natural sweetness. Each warm peach half cradles a scoop of cool vanilla ice cream, finished with a drizzle of honey and a sprinkling of flaky sea salt for the perfect sweet‑savory balance. This treat takes just minutes to prepare and makes an effortless, crowd‑pleasing finale to any outdoor gathering. 

Ingredients

• 2 ripe peaches
  
  

• 2 ripe nectarines (optional, interchangeable)
  
  

• Canola oil (or light olive oil)
  
  

• 8 large scoops vanilla ice cream
  
  

• Honey, for drizzling
  
  

• Flaky sea salt, for finishing
  
  

Directions

1. Preheat grill to medium‑high heat.
   
   

2. Halve peaches (and nectarines), removing the pits.
   
   

3. Lightly brush cut sides with oil to prevent sticking.
   
   

4. Place peaches cut‑side down on the hot grill. Cook 3–4 minutes without moving to develop caramelized grill marks.
   
   

5. Rotate 90° and grill for another 1–2 minutes until tender.
   
   

6. Remove with tongs, place on serving platter.
   
   

7. Top each half with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, drizzle honey, and finish with a pinch of flaky sea salt.
   
   

8. Serve immediately for best texture and contrast.
   
   

Nutrients

• Calories: 166 kcal
  
  

• Carbohydrates: 23 g
  
  

• Protein: 3 g
  
  

• Fat: 7 g (Sat 4 g, PUFA 0.3 g, MUFA 2 g)
  
  

• Cholesterol: 29 mg
  
  

• Sodium: 62 mg
  
  

• Fiber: 2 g
  
  

• Sugar: 20 g
  
  

• Potassium: 224 mg
  
  

• Vitamin A: 518 IU
  
  

• Vitamin C: 3 mg
  
  

• Calcium: 87 mg
  
  

• Iron: 0.3 mg