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Cozy Brown Sugar Baked Peaches Recipe with Vanilla Mascarpone and Almond Granola

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A comforting fall dessert featuring caramelized brown sugar baked peaches topped with creamy vanilla mascarpone and crunchy almond granola. Quick and easy to prepare, perfect for cozy nights.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large ripe peaches, halved and pitted
  • ¼ cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • ½ cup mascarpone cheese, softened
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • ½ cup almond granola
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • A pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Rinse and pat dry 4 large ripe peaches. Cut each peach in half and carefully remove the pits. Place them cut side up in your baking dish.
  3. Drizzle 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice over the peaches to keep their color vibrant and add a subtle zing. Lightly sprinkle with a pinch of salt and ½ teaspoon cinnamon if using.
  4. In a small bowl, combine ¼ cup packed light brown sugar with 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter. Stir until the sugar is moistened and glossy.
  5. Using a spoon or small brush, coat the peach halves generously with the brown sugar and butter mixture.
  6. Slide the baking dish into the oven and bake for 20–25 minutes until peaches are tender but still holding their shape and the sugar is bubbling and caramelized.
  7. While peaches bake, combine ½ cup softened mascarpone, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1 tablespoon honey in a medium bowl. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  8. Remove peaches from oven carefully.
  9. Dollop or spread a generous spoonful of vanilla mascarpone over each peach half. Then sprinkle ½ cup almond granola evenly on top.
  10. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

Use firm, ripe peaches to avoid mushy texture. Watch sugar closely to prevent burning; tent with foil if needed. Whisk mascarpone gently to avoid graininess. Add granola just before serving to keep it crunchy. For dairy-free, substitute mascarpone with whipped coconut cream and use dairy-free granola. Granola can be toasted lightly for extra crunch and flavor.

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Keywords: baked peaches, brown sugar, vanilla mascarpone, almond granola, cozy dessert, fall dessert, easy dessert, quick dessert

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