Prepare to transform your ordinary dessert experience into an extraordinary Italian culinary adventure with these Sticky Baked Amaretti Peaches! Imagine biting into a perfectly caramelized peach, its golden-brown amaretti cookie topping crackling with each spoonful, releasing a symphony of sweet, buttery, and cinnamon-infused flavors that will transport your taste buds straight to the sun-drenched orchards of Italy. Whether you're looking to impress dinner guests or treat yourself to a luxurious dessert, this recipe promises to be your new summer obsession!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 ripe peaches, halved and pitted
- 1 cup amaretti cookies, crushed
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a baking dish by lightly greasing it with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
- Wash the peaches thoroughly and carefully slice them in half, removing the pit. Use a small spoon to create a slight indentation in each peach half to hold more of the filling.
- In a medium mixing bowl, crush the amaretti cookies into fine crumbs. You can use a food processor or place the cookies in a sealed plastic bag and crush them with a rolling pin.
- Mix the melted butter, honey, and cinnamon with the crushed amaretti cookies, stirring until the mixture becomes a cohesive, slightly sticky filling.
- Spoon the amaretti cookie mixture generously into the center of each peach half, pressing gently to ensure the filling is compact and stays in place.
- Arrange the filled peach halves in the prepared baking dish, with the filled side facing upward.
- Drizzle any remaining honey over the peaches to enhance their caramelization and sweetness.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the peaches are soft and the amaretti topping is golden brown and slightly crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 5-10 minutes. The filling will continue to set during this time.
- Serve warm, optionally garnished with a scoop of vanilla gelato or whipped cream. The peaches can be enjoyed as a dessert or a decadent breakfast treat.
Tips
- Choose ripe, fragrant peaches that yield slightly to gentle pressure for the best flavor and texture.
- For a more uniform crush, use a food processor to break down the amaretti cookies into fine, consistent crumbs.
- If the filling seems too dry, add a little more melted butter to help it bind together.
- Don't skip the honey drizzle - it's key to creating that beautiful caramelization and extra shine.
- Keep an eye on the peaches while baking to prevent the topping from burning. If it browns too quickly, cover loosely with aluminum foil.
- Serve immediately for the best texture - the contrast between the warm, soft peach and crispy topping is magical!
- For a gourmet touch, experiment with adding a splash of amaretto liqueur to the filling or as a final drizzle.
- This dessert is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator and gently reheated for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 356kcal
Carbohydrates: 53g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 26mg
