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Homemade peach ice cream is rich and creamy with the perfect amount of peach flavor. A delicious way to enjoy peach season.
Homemade Ice Cream
Peach season hits in August in the Pacific Northwest. We had lots of ripe peaches from our peach picking excursion last week so we needed to use them up and the girls voted for peach ice cream. They voted this the BEST peach ice cream!
How to Make Peach Ice Cream
- Peel and cut peaches into bite size pieces. For tips on how to easily and quickly peel a peach check out this post.
- Add some sugar to peaches. Allow them to sit for 10 minutes or so to allow the peaches to release their juice. I used three peaches, you will want two cups of pureed peaches.
- Prepare Peaches. Depending on the consistency of ice cream you want, you can either smash the peaches with a fork and leave them in bigger chunks or for a smoother consistency, puree them in a blender.
- Mix together milk, half and half, whipping cream, sugar and vanilla.
- Combine peaches and milk mixture.
- Pour into ice cream maker and process according to manufactuer’s directions.
- After it has set up transfer it to an insulated ice cream container and put in freezer to firm up.
Caramel Ice Cream Topping
Because I could just not leave good enough alone and I had a container of homemade caramel sauce in the refrigerator. I had to add some to my peach ice cream. Something great just got better and we loved it even more.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use Frozen Peaches?
Yes, you may. Let them thaw at least partially before blending them in the blender.
Do I have to use an ice cream maker?
This homemade ice cream recipe is designed to be made in an ice cream maker and is not meant to be a no churn ice cream.
What kind of ice cream maker do you use?
I use a Cuisinart 2 qt. ice cream maker. I then transfer the ice cream into this insulated ice cream container to let the ice cream harden up.
How long will homemade ice cream last in the freezer?
Stored in an airtight, insulated ice cream container it will last for a couple of weeks.
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Peach Ice Cream
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups white sugar
- 2 cups fresh peaches chopped or pureed
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cups half-and-half cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- puree peaches in blender or food processor or smash with a fork
- Mix together milks, sugar and vanilla.
- Add peach mixture to milk mixture
- Pour into ice cream maker and process to manufacturer's directions
- Place in a freezer container and freeze to allow to set up.
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Lisa says
Great recipe! I always use “egg beaters” when a recipe calls for raw eggs – they are pasteurized so you can use them without any worries! Great for using in caesar salad dressing too…
Megan says
My grandma used to make a peach, pineapple, banana ice cream that was wonderful: http://woodburyheritagerecipes.blogspot.com/2010/04/grandmas-ice-cream.html So delicious and summery-tasting. I know with the bananas it might not be your thing, but we love it! Pretty much any fruit flavor is good in ice cream, I think. =D
Leigh Anne says
Sounds good! I think since the bananas are mashed up I could do it! I’ll have to give it a try. Thanks for sharing the link.
FoodontheTable says
This is a great combination! Thanks for sharing.
Tamara says
Yummy! Yummy! My vote would have to be for raspberry, but this peach recipe looks so inviting. Wish I weren’t always trying to watch my weight!
marti says
What yummy sounding recipes! I have to say that fresh peach is about my favorite fruit ice cream flavor. When we visit Utah at the right time of year we try to stop at Peach City in Brigham City. A fresh peach shake is such a treat.