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Peach Sorbet Recipe

Peach Sorbet

Steven
This peach sorbet recipe uses just a handful of ingredients, delivering a bright, silky, naturally sweet frozen dessert that scoops clean and melts on your tongue. No ice cream machine required, no dairy, and no fussy custard base.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine French
Servings 8
Calories 110 kcal

Equipment

  • High-powered blender or food processor
  • Medium saucepan - for the simple syrup
  • Paring knife - for peeling and slicing peaches
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Fine-mesh strainer - optional, for ultra-smooth sorbet
  • Freezer-safe container with tight-fitting lid - shallow, wide container freezes more evenly
  • Rubber spatula
  • Kitchen scale - recommended for accuracy
  • Ice cream scoop - for serving
  • Ice cream machine - optional but recommended for creamiest texture
  • Wooden spoon or heat-resistant spatula - for stirring syrup
  • Medium pot - for boiling peaches
  • Slotted spoon - for removing peaches from boiling water
  • Bowl of Ice Water - for shocking peaches
  • Shallow dish - for chilling puree, optional
  • Plastic wrap - for covering puree and sorbet surface

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs ripe peaches - 900g, about 4-5 large peaches; fresh or frozen, thawed
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar - 150g
  • 1/2 cup water - 120ml
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice - about 1 large lemon
  • 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract - optional but recommended
  • 1 pinch salt

For Serving (Optional)

  • caramel sauce - for drizzling
  • crushed pistachios - for topping
  • toasted coconut - for topping
  • fresh mint leaves - for garnish
  • strawberry sauce - for drizzling
  • waffle cones - for serving

Instructions
 

  • In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Stir over medium heat until the sugar dissolves completely, about 3-4 minutes. Do not let it boil hard. Remove from heat and stir in the salt and vanilla extract. Let the simple syrup cool completely to room temperature.
  • If using fresh peaches, blanch them in boiling water for 30-45 seconds, then transfer to ice water. Peel the skin off starting from the scored X at the bottom. Halve each peach, remove the pit, and roughly chop the flesh. If using frozen peaches, thaw completely and drain any excess liquid.
  • Add the chopped peaches, cooled simple syrup, and fresh lemon juice to a blender. Blend on high speed for 60-90 seconds until completely smooth. For an ultra-silky texture, strain the puree through a fine mesh strainer. Taste and adjust sweetness or acidity if needed.
  • Transfer the peach puree to a bowl, cover tightly with plastic wrap pressed directly onto the surface, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour until thoroughly chilled.
  • Without an ice cream machine: Pour the chilled puree into a shallow freezer-safe container and freeze for 45 minutes. Scrape and stir vigorously with a fork, breaking up ice crystals. Repeat this process every 30-45 minutes for 3-4 hours. After the final stir, press plastic wrap onto the surface, seal, and freeze for 1-2 more hours until firm.
  • With an ice cream machine: Pour the chilled peach puree into your ice cream machine and churn according to manufacturer instructions, usually 20-25 minutes, until it reaches a soft-serve consistency. Transfer to a freezer-safe container, press plastic wrap onto the surface, seal, and freeze for 2-3 hours to firm up.
  • Remove the sorbet from the freezer 5-10 minutes before serving to soften. Scoop into chilled bowls or waffle cones and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Ripe peaches matter: The riper and more fragrant your peaches, the better your sorbet will taste. Sorbet amplifies the flavor of the fruit, so choose peaches at their peak.
  • Don't skip the chilling step: A cold puree means smaller ice crystals, which gives you a smoother sorbet. Refrigerating the base before freezing is essential for the best texture.
  • Sugar is structural: Sugar lowers the freezing point of the mixture, keeping the sorbet scoopable instead of rock-hard. Reducing the sugar significantly will result in an icy, hard-to-scoop dessert.
  • Stirring is key for no-churn: The more faithfully you scrape and stir during the freezing process, the smoother your sorbet will be. Aim for at least 4-5 stirring sessions.
  • Press plastic wrap on the surface: Air exposure creates icy crystals on the top layer. Pressing plastic wrap directly onto the surface before sealing prevents this and keeps the texture smooth.
  • Let it soften before scooping: Frozen sorbet straight from the freezer is too hard to scoop cleanly. 5-10 minutes on the counter makes all the difference.
  • Substitution for canned peaches: If using canned peaches in juice (not syrup), reduce the added sugar by half as they are already sweetened. The flavor won't be quite as vibrant as fresh.
  • Storage tips: Store in an airtight container with plastic wrap pressed on the surface. Consume within 1-2 weeks for the best texture. Keep it toward the back of the freezer, away from the door.
  • Variation ideas: This recipe adapts beautifully to other fruits like mango, raspberry, or white peaches. For a boozy version, stir in 2 tablespoons of peach schnapps or bourbon before freezing.
  • Use a kitchen scale for accuracy: Weighing your peaches and sugar ensures consistent results, especially if you are scaling the recipe up or down.
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