Honey Ricotta Peaches
Shanthi Appelo, MS, RD
| 1 min read
Juicy grilled peaches paired with lightly sweetened ricotta create a dessert that feels elegant but comes together in minutes.
The warm peaches soften on the grill and develop a rich, jam-like flavor. Peaches are naturally high in vitamin C and antioxidants, while ricotta adds satisfying protein and calcium. This dessert delivers sweetness without relying on heavy frostings or syrups.
Total Time:
20 minutes
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cooking Difficulty:
Easy
Serving Amount
Ingredients
4 ripe peaches, halved and pits removed
1 Tbsp. canola or avocado oil or spray oil
1 cup ricotta cheese
1 Tbsp. honey, plus extra for drizzling
1⁄2 tsp. vanilla extract
Chopped pistachios
Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
Step 1
Preheat grill to medium heat.
Step 2
Spray or brush the peaches with oil. Grill cut side down for 3-4 minutes until lightly charred and softened.
Step 3
In a small bowl, mix ricotta, honey and vanilla extract.
Step 4
Spoon ricotta mixture onto grilled peaches. Top with chopped nuts, mint and an extra drizzle of honey if desired.
