Can you use frozen or canned peaches?

You can use frozen or canned peaches, though fresh peaches give the best texture. Frozen peaches should be thawed and patted dry first because they release more liquid. Canned peaches work best when packed in juice instead of heavy syrup.

Can half-and-half replace heavy cream?

Half-and-half is not the best replacement because it does not whip properly. Heavy cream gives the dessert its soft, fluffy texture. For a lighter option, a few spoonfuls of plain Greek yogurt can be folded into lightly whipped cream.

How long does peaches and cream last in the fridge?

Peaches and cream lasts about 2 days in the refrigerator when tightly covered. After that, the peaches release more juice and the cream can become thinner and looser.

Peaches and Cream Recipe With Fresh Summer Flavor

Description

This peaches and cream recipe is a simple chilled Southern-style dessert made with fresh peaches, lightly whipped cream, vanilla, and lemon zest. The peaches release their juices while chilling, blending naturally into the cream for a cool and comforting summer dessert.

Ingredients

Scale

4 to 5 ripe fresh peaches, peeled and sliced into half-inch wedges
1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest
6 tablespoons granulated sugar, divided
Pinch of salt
1 1/4 cups cold heavy cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Ground cinnamon for garnish (optional)
Vanilla wafers for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

Peel and slice the ripe peaches into half-inch wedges and place them in a medium mixing bowl.
Add the lemon zest, 5 tablespoons sugar, and a pinch of salt to the peaches, then stir gently and let them sit so the juices begin to release.
In a separate bowl, pour in the cold heavy cream and add the remaining tablespoon of sugar and vanilla extract.
Use a hand mixer to whip the cream for 1 to 2 minutes until fluffy but still soft and slightly pourable.
Spoon the peaches and their juices evenly into 4 large or 6 small serving glasses.
Add the lightly whipped cream over the peaches and gently tap the glasses so the cream settles between the fruit layers.
Cover the glasses with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Garnish with extra lemon zest, cinnamon, or vanilla wafers before serving if desired.

Notes

Use ripe peaches with a strong peach aroma for the best flavor.
Do not overwhip the cream or it will sit too stiffly on top of the peaches.
This dessert keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Frozen or canned peaches can work, but fresh peaches give the best texture.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-cook
Cuisine: American, Southern

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 320
Sugar: 24
Sodium: 45
Fat: 22
Saturated Fat: 14
Unsaturated Fat: 7
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 31
Fiber: 3
Protein: 3
Cholesterol: 82