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Glazed Canned Peaches

Sweet peach halves simmered in a buttery brown sugar glaze, ready in just 20 minutes for an easy dessert or side dish.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cans 29 ounces each peach halves in syrup or light syrup
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 tablespoons peach nectar or juice from the cans
  • Pinch of sea salt

Equipment

  • Can opener
  • Colander or fine-mesh strainer
  • Large skillet or saucepan
  • Wooden spoon for stirring
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Serving spoon or slotted spoon
  • Serving bowl or platter

Method
 

  1. Open both cans of peaches and drain the syrup in a colander, reserving 2 tablespoons of the liquid.
  2. Heat unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat for 1 to 2 minutes until melted and slightly golden.
  3. Stir in brown sugar with a wooden spoon for about 30 seconds until it dissolves and forms a smooth paste.
  4. Add ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and a pinch of sea salt, stirring for 15 seconds to bloom the spices.
  5. Pour in vanilla extract and the reserved peach juice, stirring until the glaze is smooth and combined.
  6. Gently place the drained peach halves in the skillet and turn them to coat evenly with the glaze.
  7. Let the peaches simmer over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes, occasionally shaking the pan to redistribute the glaze.
  8. Remove from heat, taste, and adjust seasoning with extra vanilla, brown sugar, or spices if desired.

Notes

Serve warm as a dessert topping or side dish. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.