Summer Peach Ice Cream
Beat the heat with this creamy, homemade Summer Peach Ice Cream! Made with ripe, juicy peaches, this delightful treat captures the essence of summer in every scoop. With a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness, you’ll reminisce about carefree days spent outdoors. Ideal for gatherings or a quiet evening on the porch, this easy recipe will have everyone asking for seconds. Get ready to savor the taste of summer!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: About 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 ripe peaches, pitted and chopped
- 1 cup granulated sugar (adjust based on peach sweetness)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
Instructions
- Wash and chop the peaches, then combine them with sugar and lemon juice in a mixing bowl. Let sit for 10 minutes until syrupy.
- Blend the peach mixture until smooth (or leave some chunks for texture).
- In another bowl, whisk together heavy cream and whole milk. Gently fold in the peach puree.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (overnight is best).
- Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer instructions (20-30 minutes) until soft-serve consistency.
- Transfer to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours until firm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in a teaspoon of vanilla extract or crushed cookies. Store in an airtight container for up to two weeks; let sit at room temperature for easier scooping.