🍑 Creamy Homemade Peach Ice Cream Recipe 🍦
There’s nothing like a bowl of homemade peach ice cream on a warm day! This creamy, fruity delight combines ripe peaches with rich dairy ingredients to create a frozen dessert that’s sweet, smooth, and bursting with natural flavor. The best part? It’s easy to make and doesn’t require any fancy ingredients.
📝 Ingredients:
- 2 pounds fresh peaches, peeled, pitted, and chopped
Fresh, juicy peaches are the star of this recipe—choose ripe ones for the best flavor. - 1 cup white sugar
Used to sweeten the peaches and enhance their natural taste. - 1 pint half-and-half cream
Adds richness and creaminess to the ice cream base. - 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
Provides sweetness and a smooth texture. - 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
Adds thickness and depth to the flavor without extra fat. - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Gives a warm, subtle aroma that pairs beautifully with peaches. - 2 cups whole milk, or as needed
Used to reach the right consistency and volume for your ice cream maker.
👩🍳 Directions:
1. Prepare the Peaches:
- Start by peeling, pitting, and chopping the fresh peaches.
- Place them in a large bowl and sprinkle with 1 cup of sugar.
- Let the mixture sit for about 1 hour. This allows the peaches to release their juices and absorb the sugar.
2. Puree the Peaches (Optional):
- If you like a smooth ice cream, pour the peach and sugar mixture into a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
- If you prefer chunks of fruit in your ice cream, blend only half of the peaches and leave the rest as-is.
3. Mix the Ice Cream Base:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the half-and-half, sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and vanilla extract.
- Stir until fully blended.
4. Add the Peaches:
- Pour in the peach mixture (blended or chunky, as preferred).
- Mix well to distribute the fruit evenly throughout the creamy base.
5. Adjust with Whole Milk:
- Slowly add whole milk, a little at a time, until the mixture reaches the fill line of your ice cream maker or the desired consistency.
- Stir well to combine.
6. Chill the Mixture:
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 1–2 hours, or until the mixture is well chilled. This helps it freeze more evenly and quickly.
7. Churn the Ice Cream:
- Pour the chilled mixture into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions—usually about 20–30 minutes.
8. Freeze for Firmer Texture:
- For soft-serve texture, serve immediately.
- For a firmer ice cream, transfer the churned mixture into a container, cover, and freeze for 4–6 hours or overnight.
🍨 Serving Suggestions:
- Scoop into bowls or cones and top with fresh peach slices, whipped cream, or a sprinkle of cinnamon.
- Serve with warm pie, waffles, or as a topping for pancakes for an extra treat!
✅ Tips:
- If fresh peaches aren’t in season, you can substitute with frozen peaches (thawed and drained) or canned peaches (in juice, not syrup).
- Add a little lemon juice (1–2 tsp) to balance the sweetness and preserve the bright peach color.
- For a twist, stir in crushed graham crackers or cinnamon swirl during the final minutes of churning.
