Grilled Stone Fruit Sundae Board

Serves 6 · 20 min prep · 12 min cook

Ingredients

• 4 medium ripe peaches
• 3 medium ripe nectarines
• 4 medium plums
• 2 tbsp neutral oil for grilling
• 1.5 quarts vanilla ice cream
• 1/3 cup honey
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 3/4 cup chopped toasted pecans
• 1 cup crumbled shortbread cookies
• 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
• 2 cups whipped cream
• 1/2 cup caramel sauce
• 1/2 tsp flaky sea salt

Instructions

1. 1Preheat a clean gas or charcoal grill to medium heat, aiming for steady heat around 400°F, and oil the grates lightly so fruit will not stick. While the grill heats, halve and pit the peaches, nectarines, and plums, then brush the cut sides lightly with oil.
2. 2Stir the honey with lemon juice and cinnamon in a small bowl until smooth; set this glaze near the grill for quick basting. Arrange the fruit cut-side down on the hot grates and close the lid.
3. 3Grill without moving for 3 to 4 minutes until deep grill marks appear and the fruit softens slightly at the edges. Flip carefully with tongs, brush the marked sides with the honey glaze, and grill another 2 to 3 minutes until juicy and fragrant.
4. 4Transfer grilled fruit to a cutting board and let cool just until safe to handle, about 5 minutes. Slice into thick wedges, keeping some halves whole for a dramatic board look.
5. 5Scoop vanilla ice cream into a chilled bowl or keep the carton nested in ice so it stays scoopable on the table. Warm the caramel sauce briefly if it is thick so it drizzles easily.
6. 6Build a large serving board or platter: fan the warm grilled stone fruit down the center, nest bowls of ice cream, whipped cream, caramel, chopped pecans, and crumbled shortbread the fruit.
7. 7Scatter mint leaves over the fruit and finish with a light pinch of flaky sea salt on the glazed pieces to sharpen the sweetness. Set out spoons, small bowls, and tongs so guests can build their own sundaes.
8. 8Invite everyone to layer warm fruit over ice cream, add crunchy toppings and caramel, and eat right away while the contrast of hot fruit and cold cream is at its best. Refresh the ice cream bowl from the freezer as needed during the party.