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Peach Ice Cream

Creamy Peach Ice Cream That Will Make Summer Shine

Enjoy this refreshing Homemade Peach Ice Cream, a perfect summer treat bursting with flavor.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Freezing Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 6 scoops
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Ice Cream Base
  • 3 cups Ripe Peaches or frozen peaches, fully thawed and drained
  • 1 cup Whole Milk or almond milk/coconut milk for a lighter version
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream no suitable substitute for best results
  • ¾ cup Granulated Sugar adjust based on peach ripeness
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract or almond/coconut extract for a unique twist
  • 1-2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice fresh is best, but bottled can be used
For Serving
  • 1 sprig Fresh Mint optional for garnish
  • to taste Honey or Cinnamon for flavor enhancement

Equipment

  • Ice Cream Maker
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Peel and dice 2-3 ripe peaches into small pieces. Toss with lemon juice and let sit for 15-20 minutes.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together milk and sugar until dissolved. Stir in cream and vanilla until well combined.
  3. Gently fold the peach mixture into the ice cream base until combined, retaining some chunkiness.
  4. Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn for about 20-25 minutes until soft-serve consistency.
  5. Transfer ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours or overnight to firm up.
  6. Let ice cream sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before serving for easier scooping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1scoopCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use perfectly ripe peaches for the best flavor. Chill ingredients for a creamier consistency.

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