Peach Sorbet: A Refreshing and Fruity Summer Treat
This Peach Sorbet is a vibrant, icy dessert that showcases the pure, juicy flavor of ripe summer peaches. Light, smooth, and refreshing, it’s the ultimate cool-down treat for hot days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours
- Yield: 4–6 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blended and Frozen
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 4 cups ripe peaches, peeled and diced (about 4–5 peaches)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (or light brown sugar)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Optional: pinch of salt or 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine sugar and water. Heat gently until sugar dissolves. Let cool to room temperature.
- Peel and dice the peaches. For easier peeling, blanch in hot water for 30 seconds and then shock in ice water.
- In a blender or food processor, combine peaches, cooled syrup, lemon juice, and optional salt or honey. Blend until smooth.
- Optional: Strain through a fine-mesh sieve for extra smooth texture.
- Chill the puree in the refrigerator for 1–2 hours until cold.
- Pour into an ice cream maker and churn for 20–25 minutes until it reaches soft-serve consistency.
- Transfer to a container, smooth the surface, and press plastic wrap directly on top. Freeze for at least 2 hours to firm up.
- Scoop and serve, optionally garnished with mint or peach slices.
Notes
- Use honey instead of sugar for floral sweetness.
- Infuse simple syrup with herbs like mint or thyme for extra flavor.
- Add a pinch of ginger or cinnamon for a spicy twist.
- Mix with berries for a peach-berry sorbet blend.
- Let soften for 5–10 minutes before scooping if frozen solid.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
