Ingredients and Weight:
- Fresh Peaches: 8 (or about 1 kg)
- Ginger Snaps: 1 pack (regular brand with a weight of about 100 grams)
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil: 3 tablespoons
- Brown Sugar: 2 tablespoons
- Ground Cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: a pinch
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 15 minutes
- Cooking: 20 minutes
- Total: 35 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Prepare the peaches by washing them and removing the pits. Do not peel the skin.
- In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Set aside.
- Arrange the peaches on a baking sheet and brush them lightly with olive oil.
- Sprinkle the peaches evenly with the sugar-cinnamon mixture.
- Bake for about 15 minutes or until tender and starting to caramelize.
- Meanwhile, crush the ginger snaps into small pieces or crush in a blender to make ginger crumbs. Set aside.
- Once the peaches are ready, remove from the oven and top each peach with a sprinkle of ginger crumbs.
- Return to the oven for another 5 minutes to allow the ginger flavors to blend with the peaches.
- Serve warm or at room temperature as a dessert or with ice cream.
Nutritional Information: (per serving)
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Protein: 3g
- Fiber: 3g (approx., based on average nutrition facts)
Dish Characteristics:
- Unique combination of sweet and spicy flavors, with a crispy ginger touch.
- Great as a standalone dessert or paired with other sweet dishes or ice cream.
- Peaches are grilled to perfection, resulting in a tender and juicy texture.
User Comments:
- "Love the combination of flavors - a real innovation!"
- "The peaches were grilled to perfection, and the ginger added a great kick!"
- "Great dish for summer - loved the contrast between the sweet and spicy flavors."
- "Very enjoyable dessert - highly recommended!"
- "Would make this again for special occasions."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use ripe peaches for best results. Ripe peaches will be easier to pit and will have more flavor.
- Adjust the amount of ginger crumbs based on personal preference for spice level. Start with less and add more if desired.
