Air Fryer Baked Peaches
These air fryer baked peaches with browned butter, maple syrup, and walnuts make the best quick summer dessert.
Servings 4
Equipment
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 4 fresh ripe peaches
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 tablespoons maple syrup
- ½ cup chopped walnuts
- Pinch of cinnamon optional
- Pinch of sea salt
- * Optional: vanilla yogurt or ice cream for serving
Instructions
- Cut the peaches horizontally in half keeping the skin on.
- Brown the butter: In a small skillet over medium heat, continually whisk the butter until it foams and turns golden brown with a nutty aroma (about 4–5 minutes). Remove from heat.
- Prep the peaches: Place peach halves in a small air fryer-safe dish (or line the air fryer basket with foil). Sprinkle with cinnamon and a pinch of salt.
- Top the peaches: Spoon browned butter over each half, sprinkle with walnuts, and drizzle with maple syrup.
- Air fry: Choose the "air fryer mode" and cook for 10–12 minutes, or until peaches are fork tender and walnuts are lightly toasted. Serve: Enjoy warm as-is or topped with yogurt or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Notes
- First, be sure to use ripe but firm peaches so they hold their shape while baking.
- Next, use real butter and stir frequently while browning to avoid burning.
- Also, don’t overcrowd the air fryer; make sure there’s room around each peach for even cooking.
- Lastly, for easier cleanup, line the air fryer basket with foil before baking.