There’s no grill required to make these juicy air fryer grilled peaches! While you may not get the exact same charred marks on your fruit, you will get the same delicious caramelization and sweet, juicy fruit to enjoy. Top them up your favorite way, or try my raspberry melba sauce!
What Are Air Fryer Grilled Peaches?
Air fryer grilled peaches are fresh peaches cut into halves or wedges that are cooked in an air fryer instead of on grill grates. Despite the alternative cooking method, it still results in warm, caramelized, and slightly charred fruit.
The air frying process enhances the natural sweetness of the peaches and gives them a delicious, grilled flavor without the need for an outdoor grill. In fact, it’s a great way to use almost-ripe peaches if they’re not quite ready for use in other desserts!
This method is quick and convenient, making it easy to enjoy grilled peaches year-round. They can be served as a dessert, often with toppings like honey, cinnamon, oats, or ice cream, or as a sweet addition to savory dishes like salads or meats.
Katie’s tip
If you want to try an alternative method (or simply want some additional flavor ideas), then take a look at my Microwave Baked Peaches recipe!
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Ingredients For Air Fryer Grilled Peaches
- 2 yellow peaches (ripe or nearly ripe + firm)
- 1 Tbsp butter, melted
- 1 tsp honey
For the Melba Sauce (Optional)
- 4 ounces fresh raspberries (about ¾ cup)
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp honey (or to taste)
- 1 tsp water
Ingredient Tips and Substitutions
- You can substitute olive oil for the butter if preferred
- Instead of honey, you can also use brown sugar, maple syrup, or another similar sweetener
- If you are making the raspberry sauce, feel free to use frozen defrosted berries instead. You can also swap the sweetener as preferred here
- Other delicious topping options include whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, or granola
How to Make Air Fryer Grilled Peaches
- Cut your peaches in halves or wedges, removing the pits
- Place the peaches skin side down into your air fryer’s basket or rack
- Cook on the air fry setting at 350°F for 5 minutes. While they are cooking, combine the honey and butter in a small bowl
- Brush the cut sides of the peaches with the honey butter mixture, then flip them over so the cut side is now against the grate. You may have some extra butter, just reserve it
- Cook an additional 5 minutes at 350°F, or until edges are caramelized to your liking
- (Optional Sauce) While the peaches are cooking again, combine the raspberries, lemon juice, water, and honey in a blender, food processor, or similar and blend until smooth. Strain to remove the seeds
- When peaches are finished cooking, brush with reserved honey butter, then drizzle with raspberry melba sauce (or another topping of your choice) and enjoy!
What to Serve With Grilled Peaches
- Whipped cream
- Vanilla ice cream
- Bourbon ice cream
- Greek yogurt
- Raspberry sauce
- Caramel sauce
- Honey
- Granola
- Graham cracker crumbs
- Mint
- Basil
- Green salad
- Burrata
- Balsamic glaze
There are lots of great options to serve with grilled peaches, whether you’re opting for a sweet or savory presentation.
I’ll sometimes top mine with microwave salted caramel sauce or break up some air fryer granola bars when I want something different.
Recipe FAQs
How Do Air Fryer Grilled Peaches Differ From Traditional Grilled Peaches?
Air fryer grilled peaches offer a similar caramelized flavor and texture as traditional grilled peaches but are cooked indoors using an air fryer, making the process more convenient.
While they will not have the same blackened grill marks, it’s a great alternative if you don’t have a grill, or if the weather is inclement.
Can I Use Any Variety of Peaches for Air Fryer Grilled Peaches?
Yes, you can use any variety of peaches. Yellow cling peaches are the most common for their large size and vibrant color.
However, you can also use white peaches, donut peaches, or nectarines, depending on your preference for sweetness and flavor.
Do I Need to Peel the Peaches Before Air Frying Them?
Peeling the peaches is optional, though traditionally grilled peaches are not peeled.
The skin becomes soft during cooking and adds a slightly chewy texture, but you can peel them if you prefer a smoother result.
What Are Some Suggested Toppings for Air Fryer Grilled Peaches?
Popular toppings include honey, cinnamon, whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, Greek yogurt, or chopped nuts for added flavor and texture.
Feel free to experiment with different flavor ice creams like bourbon or caramel, or sauces like caramel or raspberry, to create your own combination!
Can Air Fryer Grilled Peaches Be Served as a Savory Dish?
Yes, air fryer grilled peaches can be used in savory dishes, such as salads, paired with meats like pork or chicken, or served with cheese like burrata or feta.
Try them on a leafy green salad with burrata or feta, paired with a tangy balsamic dressing!
Are Air Fryer Grilled Peaches Healthy?
Yes, air fryer grilled peaches are considered a healthy dessert or snack option. They are low in calories and packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
Additionally, they are naturally gluten free and vegetarian, so they work with a variety of different dietary needs.
What Temperature Should I Use for Cooking Peaches in the Air Fryer?
Cooking temperatures may vary, but a common setting for grilled peaches in the air fryer is 350°F (175°C).
You can adjust based on your air fryer’s specific guidelines and the desired level of caramelization.
Recipe Tips For Air Fryer Grilled Peaches
- Cooking the peaches cut side down last does give them some marks, but they won’t be as dark as grilled. I did mine for 10 minutes total in my Ninja air, but you could give it an extra 2-3 minutes if you want the marks a little darker. Times can vary between air fryers and based on the size of your peaches
- The butter should prevent them from sticking, but you can put a piece of parchment down if you’re concerned. However, this will prevent them from getting any marks so it’s your choice!
Storage and Reheating of Grilled Peaches
- Leftover air fryer grilled peaches can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
- Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 2-3 minutes, or microwave for about 1 minute to re-warm your peaches before serving
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Final Thoughts
These air fryer grilled peaches have just a few simple ingredients and cook up beautifully with no grill required. Sure, they’re not exactly the same, but they still get soft, juicy, and caramelized to perfection.
It’s a great alternative option if you don’t have a grill or your cooking endeavors get rained out! Top your peaches up any way you like, such as ice cream, whipped cream, or my sweet and tangy raspberry melba sauce! Or, serve them up on a salad with cheese and vinaigrette!
Grilled peaches are ready to enjoy in only about 10 minutes (depending just how caramelized you like them), so it’s a quick dessert option as well. Plus, they’re naturally vegetarian, gluten free, so they’ll work for several different dietary needs.
Air Fryer Grilled Peaches With Honey and Raspberry Melba Sauce
Equipment
- Pastry brush (or similar)
- Blender (or food processor, if making sauce)
- Fine mesh strainer (optional; if making sauce)
Ingredients
- 2 Large yellow peaches (ripe or nearly ripe and firm)
- 1 Tbsp salted butter (melted)
- 1 tsp honey
For the Melba Raspberry Sauce
- 4 ounces fresh raspberries (about 3/4 cup)
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp honey (or to taste)
- 1 tsp water (or as needed for consistency)
Instructions
- Cut your peaches in halves or wedges, removing the pits2 Large yellow peaches
- Place the peaches skin side down into your air fryer’s basket or rack
- Cook on the air fry setting at 350°F for 5 minutes. While they are cooking, combine the honey and butter in a small bowl1 Tbsp salted butter, 1 tsp honey
- Brush the cut sides of the peaches with the honey butter mixture, then flip them over so the cut side is now against the grate. You may have some extra butter, just reserve it
- Cook an additional 5 minutes at 350°F, or until edges are caramelized to your liking
- (Optional Sauce) While the peaches are cooking again, combine the raspberries, lemon juice, water, and honey in a blender, food processor, or similar and blend until smooth. Strain to remove the seeds4 ounces fresh raspberries, 1 tsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tsp honey, 1 tsp water
- When peaches are finished cooking, brush with reserved honey butter, then drizzle with raspberry melba sauce (or another topping of your choice) and enjoy!
Notes
- You can substitute olive oil for the butter if preferred. If you use oil or unsalted butter, I’d add a pinch of salt to your mixture as well
- Instead of honey, you can also use brown sugar, maple syrup, or another similar sweetener
- If you are making the raspberry sauce, feel free to use frozen defrosted berries instead. You can also swap the sweetener as preferred here
- Other delicious topping options include whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, or granola
- Cooking the peaches cut side down last does give them some marks, but they won’t be as dark as grilled. I did mine for 10 minutes total in my Ninja air, but you could give it an extra 2-3 minutes if you want the marks a little darker. Times can vary between air fryers and based on the size of your peaches
- The butter should prevent them from sticking, but you can put a piece of parchment down if you’re concerned. However, this will prevent them from getting any marks so it’s your choice!
- Exact nutritional values will vary based on brand and flavor of ingredients, size of peaches, sauces or toppings added, and quantity consumed, so please consider this a guideline only
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