Pan-Fried Peach and Cherry Dessert Skillet

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-02 · Updated 2026-05-02

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Sweet seasonal peaches and cherries pan-fried with brown sugar and cinnamon create a warm, luscious dessert perfect for summer. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, layers fresh peaches, fresh cherries, unsalted butter into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 American cuisine 250 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 medium, sliced into 1/2-inch wedges fresh peaches
1 cup, pitted and halved fresh cherries
2 tbsp unsalted butter
3 tbsp light brown sugar
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tbsp lemon juice
4 scoops, for serving (optional) vanilla ice cream

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat until melted and foaming.
Step 2: Add 2 sliced medium peaches and 1 cup halved fresh cherries to the skillet, sautéing for 3 minutes until they start to soften.
Step 3: Sprinkle 3 tbsp light brown sugar and 1 tsp ground cinnamon evenly over the fruit and stir gently to coat.
Step 4: Continue cooking for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves and the fruit is tender and caramelized.
Step 5: Remove from heat and drizzle with 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice to brighten the flavors.
Step 6: Serve warm topped with 4 scoops of vanilla ice cream if desired.