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Grilled Balsamic Peaches with Goat Cheese and Basil

Grilled balsamic peaches with goat cheese and basil feature caramelized, grill-marked peach halves topped with creamy goat cheese and torn fresh basil. Finished with a sweet-tart balsamic drizzle and honey for an easy summer appetizer.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Grilled balsamic peaches with goat cheese and basil
  • 4 peaches Ripe, halved and pitted
  • 3 tbsp balsamic glaze or reduction
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 oz fresh goat cheese Crumbled
  • 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves Torn
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 black pepper To taste
  • 1 flaky sea salt To finish

Equipment

  • 1 cast iron skillet

Method
 

Grill and top the peaches
  1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400–450°F). Keep the lid closed so the grates heat evenly.
  2. Brush peach halves with olive oil and 1 tablespoon of the balsamic glaze. Make sure the cut sides are coated to encourage caramelization.
  3. Grill cut-side down for 4-5 minutes until deep grill marks appear and peaches are caramelized. Visually look for darkened edges and softened centers.
  4. Flip and grill 2 more minutes on the skin side. Continue cooking until the peaches are tender and lightly browned.
  5. Transfer to a platter and immediately crumble goat cheese over each warm peach half. The warmth should soften the goat cheese slightly.
  6. Scatter torn basil leaves over the top, drizzle with remaining balsamic glaze and honey, and finish with flaky sea salt and black pepper. Serve right away for best flavor and texture.

Notes

Pro tip: use very ripe peaches so they grill quickly without turning mushy; if they’re firm, add 1-2 minutes per side. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, then rewarm briefly just until warmed (goat cheese will be firmer). Freezing is not recommended due to the fruit texture. For a lighter option, use low-fat goat cheese (same amount) to reduce calories while keeping the tangy flavor.