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Grilled Peaches with Vanilla Yoghurt and Crushed Almonds
Recipe

Grilled Peaches with Vanilla Yoghurt and Crushed Almonds

Dessert • South Africa

Ripe peaches are grilled until lightly charred and juicy, then served with vanilla yoghurt and a sprinkle of crushed almonds for a simple, satisfying dessert.

Why smarter

Grilling boosts natural sweetness without needing much added sugar, while yoghurt adds protein and creaminess with less fat than traditional creamy desserts.

Chef tip

If your peaches aren’t very sweet, add a tiny drizzle of honey after grilling rather than before—this keeps the grill from smoking and helps you use less.

Soft line

Feels like a treat, keeps it light.

Ingredients

# Ingredient Text Amount Unit Ingredient Name Notes
1 4 ripe peaches, halved and stones removed 4.000 peaches Ripe but still firm
2 2 tsp canola oil 2.000 tsp canola oil For brushing the peaches/grill
3 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (optional) 0.500 tsp ground cinnamon Optional
4 1 1/2 cups plain yoghurt 1.500 cup plain yoghurt Preferably thick/plain double-cream style is fine, but plain is lighter
5 1 tsp vanilla extract 1.000 tsp vanilla extract Or vanilla essence
6 1–2 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional, to taste) 1.500 tsp honey Optional; adjust to peach sweetness
7 1/3 cup almonds, roughly chopped or crushed 0.330 cup almonds Roasted or raw
8 Pinch of salt salt Brings out sweetness

Method

  1. Preheat a braai grid, grill pan, or nonstick pan to medium-high heat.
  2. Lightly brush the cut sides of the peaches with canola oil (or brush the grill lightly).
  3. Place peaches cut-side down and grill for 3–5 minutes until char marks form and the fruit starts to soften.
  4. Flip and grill for 1–2 minutes more, just to warm through. Remove to a plate. Sprinkle with cinnamon if using.
  5. In a bowl, stir together the yoghurt, vanilla, and a small pinch of salt.
  6. Taste the yoghurt; if you want it sweeter, stir in 1–2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup.
  7. Divide the vanilla yoghurt between 4 bowls or plates and top with the warm grilled peach halves.
  8. Finish with crushed almonds (and an extra tiny drizzle of honey if desired). Serve immediately.