Description
This Peach Ice Cream is a delightful treat made with ripe peaches, heavy cream, and just the right amount of sweetness. Easy to prepare and perfect for cooling down on a hot day, it’s a homemade dessert that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups ripe peaches peeled and diced (about 3–4 peaches)
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
- 2 large eggs
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 2 cups half and half
- 2 tablespoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon bourbon optional
Instructions
- Combine diced peaches, sugar, lemon juice, and salt in a medium bowl and mix. Allow to sit for 20-30 minutes to let the juices develop.
- Transfer half of the peach mixture to a saucepan, simmer on medium heat for 5-7 minutes until softened and slightly thickened, then cool.
- Lightly pulse the cooked peaches in a blender, leaving some texture, and set aside to cool more.
- Keep remaining fresh peaches in the refrigerator for later use.
Notes
For an extra touch, consider adding a touch of bourbon for depth of flavor.
Ensure your peaches are ripe for the sweetest taste.
You can substitute heavy cream with coconut cream for a dairy-free version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
