Grilled nectarine dessert with vanilla ice cream Recipe

American · Dessert · 11 min total

Juicy nectarines are grilled until caramelized and served warm over creamy vanilla ice cream for a simple yet elegant summer dessert.

Ingredients

• 4 ripe but firm nectarines, halved and pitted
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 pint vanilla ice cream
• Optional: fresh mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

1. Preheat an outdoor grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
2. In a small bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
3. Brush the cut sides of the nectarine halves with the butter mixture.
4. Place nectarines cut-side down on the grill. Cook for 3-4 minutes until grill marks appear and fruit softens slightly.
5. Flip and grill for another 2-3 minutes, until tender and caramelized.
6. Remove from grill and let cool for 1 minute.
7. Scoop vanilla ice cream into bowls or plates. Top with grilled nectarine halves (2 per serving). Garnish with mint if desired. Serve immediately.

Tips

• Choose nectarines that are ripe but still firm so they hold up on the grill.
• For extra flavor, add a splash of bourbon or vanilla extract to the butter mixture.
• Can also be made on a stovetop grill pan.

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