How to Roast Peaches and Plums

Learn just how delicious stone fruit can be when roasted with a little lemon juice and sugar

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If you're looking for a delicious dessert recipe featuring summer produce, consider roasting stone fruit. Peaches and plums are the perfect picks for roasting because after spending just a little time in the oven, they become tender, juicy, and flavorful treats. And best yet, this roasting method is so easy. Once cooked, you can eat them as is, or spoon them over ice cream, yogurt, pancakes, and more.

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Things You'll Need

  • 1 1/2 lb. peaches and plums

  • 2 Tbsp. lemon juice

  • 3 to 4 Tbsp. granulated sugar

  • 8-in by 8-in. square baking pan

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1. Pit and cut the fruit

Heat oven to 400°F. Halve the peaches and plums, remove their pits, and quarter them.

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Tip

For even roasting, it is important to cut the fruit into pieces that are similar in size. If you have larger pieces of fruit cut them into eighths, and for smaller pieces, simply cut them in half.

2. Mix and bake

Place the prepared fruit in the baking pan, add the lemon juice and sugar, and toss well to coat. Place pan in the oven and bake for about 20–25 minutes or until the fruit is fork-tender, but still maintains its shape.

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Tip

To keep your fruit extra juicy, brush the peaches and plums with the juices from the pan halfway through the baking time with a pastry brush.

3. Cool before serving

Let the roasted peaches and plums cool slightly before serving. Serve over yogurt or ice cream — or simply enjoy them on their own.

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Package leftovers in a sealable container (once cooled to room temp) and store in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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