Description
Indulge in the taste of summer with this homemade peach ice cream, a creamy and refreshing dessert that perfectly captures the essence of ripe peaches. With its rich custard base enhanced by vanilla and lemon, this delightful frozen treat is ideal for picnics, barbecues, or simply enjoying on a sunny day. Easy to make with just a few ingredients, each scoop promises a burst of flavor that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–5 medium ripe peaches (about 3 cups, chopped)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare the Peaches: Peel, pit, and chop peaches into small pieces. Blend until smooth or slightly chunky.
- Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together peach purée and sugar until dissolved. Add cream, milk, vanilla, and lemon juice; stir until combined.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Churn: Pour chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to instructions (20–25 minutes).
- Freeze: Transfer to an airtight container and freeze for 2–4 hours until firm.
- Serve: Scoop out servings and enjoy plain or with fresh fruit toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (125g)
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg