Southern Fried Peaches with Caramelized Brown Sugar and Butter (Print version)
Firm peaches fried in butter with brown sugar until glossy, caramelized, and ready for ice cream, biscuits, pancakes, or yogurt.
# Ingredients:
For the peaches
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4 medium firm peaches, about 1 1/2 lb (680 g)
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3 tablespoons (42 g) unsalted butter
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1/3 cup (70 g) packed light brown sugar
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1 tablespoon granulated sugar
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
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1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
For serving, optional
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Vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, toasted pecans, or warm biscuits
# Instructions:
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Wash and dry the peaches. Peel them if desired, then halve, pit, and cut each peach into thick wedges.
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Set a large cast iron or heavy skillet over medium heat. Add the butter and let it melt until foamy, about 1 minute.
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Add the peach wedges in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes, turning once, until the edges start to turn golden.
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Sprinkle in the brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Gently turn the peaches as the sugar melts and bubbles into a syrup, 3-4 minutes.
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When the syrup coats the peaches and looks glossy, remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the lemon juice and vanilla.
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Spoon the peaches and caramelized brown sugar butter sauce into bowls. Serve warm with ice cream, whipped cream, pecans, or biscuits if desired.
# Good to know:
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Best with ripe but firm peaches that hold their shape.
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Cook in batches if needed so the peaches brown instead of steam.
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Nutrition is an estimate and does not include optional toppings.