Peaches and Cream Recipe
A refreshing and simple Peaches and Cream recipe featuring fresh ripe peaches tossed with lemon zest and sugar, topped with lightly whipped vanilla cream. This delightful dessert is perfect for warm days and can be prepared ahead, making it a quick and elegant treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 4 large servings or 6 small servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Peach Mixture
- 4 fresh ripe peaches
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest
- 5 tablespoons granulated sugar
- Pinch of salt
Whipped Cream
- 1 ¼ cups heavy cream (cold)
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Garnishes
- Extra lemon zest
- Cinnamon
- Vanilla wafers
Instructions
- Prepare the Peaches: Cut the ripe peaches into half-inch wedges and gently peel off the fuzzy skin. Place the peach wedges into a medium mixing bowl.
- Mix Peaches with Lemon and Sugar: Add the lemon zest, 5 tablespoons granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt to the peaches. Mix well to combine, then set aside to macerate.
- Whip the Cream: Pour the cold heavy cream into a separate bowl. Add 1 tablespoon of sugar and the vanilla extract. Using a hand mixer with a whip attachment, lightly whip the cream until it becomes fluffy but is still slightly pourable, not stiff.
- Assemble the Dessert: Set out 4 large or 6 small serving cups (glass ramekins or pedestal ice cream glasses work well). Spoon the peach mixture evenly into the cups, making sure to include the peach juices.
- Add Whipped Cream: Spoon the lightly whipped cream over the peaches in each cup. Tap the cups gently to allow the cream to settle and fill in gaps among the peaches.
- Chill and Garnish: Cover each cup with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour or up to two days. When ready to serve, remove the plastic wrap and garnish the tops with extra lemon zest, cinnamon, or vanilla wafers as desired.
Notes
- The peaches should be ripe for the best sweetness and flavor.
- Lightly whipped cream is key—do not overwhip as you want it fluffy yet pourable.
- Chilling the dessert allows flavors to meld and the cream to set slightly.
- Optional garnishes like cinnamon or vanilla wafers add texture and flavor contrast.
- This dessert can be prepared up to two days in advance for convenience.
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