Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Fresh & Fruity: Made with real peaches for natural sweetness and flavor.
- Creamy Texture: The rich cream and milk blend creates a luscious mouthfeel.
- Simple Ingredients: Uses pantry staples and fresh fruit, no complicated steps.
- Customizable: Add bourbon or peach chunks for a personalized touch.
Ingredients
(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups fresh peaches, peeled and chopped (or frozen, thawed)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional, to enhance peach flavor)
Directions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, and vanilla extract until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- In a blender or food processor, puree the peaches until smooth. Reserve a few peach chunks if you want more texture. Stir in lemon juice if using.
- Combine the peach puree with the cream mixture and stir well.
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours until fully cold.
- Pour the chilled mixture into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions (usually 20–25 minutes).
- Transfer the churned ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.
- Scoop and enjoy your homemade peach ice cream!
Variations
- For chunkier ice cream, fold in small peach pieces after churning.
- Add a splash of bourbon for a Southern twist and deeper flavor.
- Use frozen peaches out of season (thawed and drained) for convenience.
Storage/Reheating
- Store ice cream in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
- Let soften at room temperature for 5–10 minutes before scooping.
FAQs
Can I use frozen peaches?
Yes! Thaw and drain frozen peaches before pureeing to avoid excess water.
Do I need an ice cream maker?
This recipe is designed for an ice cream maker, but you can freeze it in a shallow pan, stirring every 30 minutes to reduce ice crystals.
How do I prevent icy texture?
Use ripe peaches and drain excess juice before pureeing; chilling the base well before churning helps too.
Can I add other fruits?
Absolutely! Try blending in berries or mango for a mixed fruit flavor.
Is this recipe dairy-free?
No, but you can substitute coconut milk and cream for a dairy-free version (results may vary).
How long does it take to freeze?
About 4 hours or until firm in the freezer after churning.
Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the base a day ahead and churn before serving.
What if my ice cream maker doesn’t freeze well?
Pre-freeze the bowl thoroughly and follow the manufacturer’s instructions for best results.
Can I use less sugar?
You can reduce sugar, but it may affect texture and sweetness balance.
Can I add mix-ins?
Yes! Add nuts, chocolate chips, or caramel swirls after churning for extra texture.
Conclusion
This Homemade Peach Ice Cream is a delightful, creamy treat perfect for summer or any time you crave fresh fruit dessert. With its easy preparation and fresh flavor, it’s a crowd-pleaser that brings orchard goodness right to your freezer.
Homemade Peach Ice Cream
Homemade Peach Ice Cream is a refreshing and creamy dessert made from fresh peaches, rich dairy, and vanilla. Perfect for summer, this smooth churned ice cream highlights natural peach flavor with simple ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: About 6 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning, Freezing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups fresh peaches, peeled and chopped (or frozen, thawed)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional, to enhance peach flavor)
Instructions
- Whisk heavy cream, milk, sugar, and vanilla extract in a medium bowl until sugar dissolves.
- Puree peaches in a blender until smooth; reserve chunks if desired. Stir in lemon juice if using.
- Combine peach puree with cream mixture and mix well.
- Chill mixture in refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- Pour chilled mixture into ice cream maker and churn 20–25 minutes per manufacturer instructions.
- Transfer churned ice cream to airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours until firm.
- Scoop and serve.
Notes
- Fold in peach chunks after churning for chunkier texture.
- Add a splash of bourbon for deeper flavor.
- Use thawed frozen peaches out of season.
- Store ice cream in airtight container up to 2 weeks.
- Let ice cream soften 5–10 minutes at room temperature before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
