Buttery Maple Peach Topping (Sauce) for Waffles, Pancakes, Ice Cream and More
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
213 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Buttery Maple Peach Topping (Sauce) for Waffles, Pancakes, Ice Cream and More
Description
The Buttery Maple Peach Topping starts by simmering sliced ripe peaches with butter to soften them lightly. Brown sugar is added for sweetness, followed by real maple syrup, which deepens the flavor with its characteristic rich and caramel-like notes. The mixture is simmered briefly to meld and thicken the components.
A final touch of Grand Marnier or peach schnapps adds subtle fruitiness and warmth, balancing the syrup's sweetness and enriching the sauce's profile. This creates a luscious, syrupy topping with tender peach pieces that enhance breakfast dishes or desserts.
Because the recipe suggests stone fruits like nectarines, plums, or apricots can be substituted, it offers flexibility in flavor and seasonal adaptation. The gentle cooking preserves the fruit's texture while creating a buttery, sweet topping ideal for enhancing various foods.
Ingredients
- 2 peaches ripe, sliced (nectarines are fine, too)
- 2 Tbsp butter good quality, salted
- 2 Tbsp brown sugar
- ½ cup maple syrup (real maple syrup!)
- 1 Tbsp Grand Marnier or Peach Schnapps
Instructions
- Place the peaches and butter in a sauté pan and cook gently for about 2 minutes.
- Add the brown sugar.And then the maple syrup.
- Continue to simmer over medium heat for another 2 to 3 minutes.
- Remove from heat and add the liqueur if using. Serve as desired.
Notes
- Any stone fruit such as nectarines, plums, or apricots can substitute peaches in this topping.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 213 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 | |
| Calories | 213kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 41g | 14% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 15mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 60mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 192mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 36g | 72% |
| Vitamin A | 419IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 54mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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