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Two plates topped with grilled nectarines, candied pecans, and whipped cream.

Grilled Nectarines with Praline Crunch

A woman's face.Angie Zoobkoff
Topped with crunchy candied pecans and fluffy cinnamon whipped cream, sweet grilled nectarines become a spectacular summer dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 435 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup whipping cream
  • ¾ teaspoon cinnamon divided
  • 4 tablespoons salted butter divided
  • 4 medium nectarines halved and pitted
  • ½ cup pecan pieces
  • ⅓ cup brown sugar

Instructions
 

  • Pour the cream into a medium bowl. Use a hand mixer or stand mixer to beat the cream to stiff peaks, about 4 minutes. Beat in ½ teaspoon cinnamon.
  • Preheat the grill for medium-high heat (400°F | 200°C).
  • Melt 1 tablespoon of the butter and brush over the nectarine halves. Sprinkle with the remaining ¼ teaspoon cinnamon.
  • Grill the nectarines, flipping once until grill marks appear and they are slightly softened, about 3 minutes per side.
  • While the nectarines are grilling, place the pecans in a small skillet and set over medium-low heat. Cook, shaking and stirring occasionally, until the nuts are fragrant and beginning to darken, about 5 minutes. You can do this on a side burner or use a cast iron skillet and do it directly on the grill.
  • Add the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter and the brown sugar to the skillet. Cook, stirring constantly until the butter is melted and the sugar is dissolved. When the mixture starts to bubble and thicken, remove it from the heat.
  • Divide the grilled nectarine halves among 4 plates. Spoon some of the warm praline mixture over the nectarines, and top with a dollop of cinnamon whipped cream. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Keep it cold--Chill your bowl and beaters before whipping the cream to help it stay light and fluffy after beating.
  • Sweeten it--If you prefer a sweetened whipped cream, beat in 1 to 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar when adding the cinnamon.
  • Cooking time--Cook time will depend on the ripeness of the nectarines. If your nectarines are very firm, allow for a couple extra minutes of grilling.
  • Dietary--This grilled nectarine recipe is suitable for gluten-free and vegetarian diets.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 portionCalories: 435kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 33gCholesterol: 97mgSodium: 107mgFiber: 3gSugar: 29g
Keyword grilled dessert, stone fruit recipes, summer grilling
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