Summertime is in full swing, and there's no better way to cool down on a hot day than with a scoop of delicious, homemade peach ice cream. Easy to make at home, it's sure to become a family favorite.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
Nothing says summer like a bowl of homemade fresh peach ice cream. Whether you’re cooling off on a hot day or indulging in classic comfort food, this sweet and creamy homemade peach ice cream recipe is delicious. Not to mention that making it from scratch is incredibly rewarding!
- Fresh, ripe peaches: The fresh peaches in this recipe give it a bright, juicy flavor that's simply irresistible.
- Creamy and smooth: This fresh peach ice cream is made with heavy cream and whole milk, which gives it a rich, creamy texture.
- Summer treat: This recipe is perfect for hot summer weather. It's cold and refreshing, and a great way to cool down.
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- Why You Will Love This Recipe
- Ingredients for Homemade Peach Ice Cream
- How to Make Homemade Peach Ice Cream
- Serving Suggestions
- Related Recipes
- Substitutions and Variations
- Equipment
- Storage and Freezing
- Tips for Success
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Food Safety
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Ingredients for Homemade Peach Ice Cream
Fresh ripe peaches make the best tasting homemade peach ice cream, but if you are craving it when peaches are out of season, frozen peaches will work also.
- Peaches - Look for fresh, even slightly over ripe peaches, as they will be high in flavor!
- Eggs
- Heavy Cream - Use heavy cream, not whipping cream. The difference? The amount of fat in the cream. Heavy cream is 36%, whipping cream is 30%.
- Half & Half
- Sugar - White granulated sugar.
- Vanilla extract - Use pure vanilla extract whenever affordable.
- Salt - Just a pinch, it will elevate the flavors.
- Vodka or Peach Schnapps - Optional, helps keep homemade ice cream from getting rock hard after freezing. You only need two tablespoons, not enough to make boozy ice cream!
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
How to Make Homemade Peach Ice Cream
Follow our step-by-step instructions below for creating the perfect peach ice cream at home. Grab your ingredients and let’s get started – you won't believe how easy it is to make homemade peach ice cream right in your kitchen!
- If using a Cuisinart or other electronic ice cream maker, set the freezer bowl in your freezer, set at 0° F overnight.
- Prepare the peaches by washing, pitting, and cutting into chunks. If you don't want skin, you can peel it also.
Blend Ice Cream Base Ingredients
- Add the eggs, sugar, half and half, vanilla extract, salt, and optional vodka or peach schnapps to a blender or food processor.
PRO TIP: Two tablespoons of vodka or peach schnapps will prevent your homemade ice cream from getting rock hard in the freezer. Add it to the recipe when you are blending the ice cream base.
Add Chunked Peaches
- Add the prepared peaches to the blender and process until smooth. Add the heavy cream and process until well blended and creamy, about 1 minute.
PRO TIP: If you like larger chunks of peach in your peach ice cream, reserve about 1 cup and mash it up into smaller bits, to be added after blending.
Transfer to Freezer Bowl (or loaf pan)
- Transfer the liquid ice cream base to the electric ice cream maker freezer bowl, or churning container. If adding chunky bits of peaches, stir them in now.
- Turn your Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker on, with the freezer bowl secure in the base. Churn according to the Cuisinart or electronic ice cream maker manual instructions.
PRO TIP: You can make this peach ice cream recipe as a 'No Churn' ice cream also. Simply pour into an aluminum foil lined loaf pan. Cover with plastic wrap then aluminum foil and set in your freezer set at 0° F for 12 hours or overnight.
Freeze and Serve
- When the peach ice cream has reached the soft serve stage, spoon into an airtight freezer container and freeze for 2 hours or overnight. Be sure your freezer is set to 0° F.
PRO TIP: Two tablespoons of vodka or peach schnapps will prevent your homemade ice cream from getting rock hard in the freezer. Add it to the recipe when you are blending the ice cream base.
Serving Suggestions
Peach ice cream just screams lazy summer days and playing in the sprinkler outside. Serve it any time, but it's going to be the star on family backyard barbecues and gatherings.
Some great things to accompany homemade peach ice cream are Salted Caramel Sauce, slices of pound cake, or slices of fresh peaches along side the ice cream.
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Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
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Substitutions and Variations
Here are a few delicious variations using this easy, homemade peach ice cream recipe as a base:
- Instead of using fresh peaches, you can use frozen peaches.
- To make a healthier version of this recipe, you can use Greek yogurt instead of heavy cream in the mixture.
- To make a boozy version of this recipe, you can add a tablespoon of peach schnapps or peach brandy to the mixture.
Equipment
Equipment can have a big impact on how a recipe turns out. Below are some of my favorite pieces of equipment that I use when making homemade peach ice cream.
- Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker ICE30
- Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker ICE70 - Makes Gelato, Sorbet, and Ice Cream!
- Extra ICE30 Freezer Bowl This way you can make two batches on the same day!
- Extra ICE70 Freezer Bowl
- Ice Cream Storage Tubs, 1 quart
- Long Scoop Ice Cream container
Storage and Freezing
This homemade peach ice cream can be stored in the freezer for up to 2 months. It freezes better if you transfer it from the freezer bowl or loaf pan into smaller ice cream freezer tubs also.
Tips for Success
- Use fresh, ripe peaches for the best flavor.
- If you don't have an ice cream maker, you can still make this recipe by freezing the mixture in a lined loaf pan and freezing overnight.
- To make this recipe vegan, you can use vegan substitutes for the heavy cream and milk.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can use almond milk, soy milk, or another plant-based milk instead of heavy cream in this recipe. To keep your non dairy ice cream from getting icy, use ¼ teaspoon of xanthan gum to each quart (4 cups) of ice cream base when blending the ingredients.
Yes, you can substitute the peaches for cherries, strawberries, blueberries, or mangoes.
About 10 minutes of prep, 30 minutes Cuisinart churning, and 2 hours in the freezer for the hardening phase. If you are making no churn ice cream, you will have the same prep, but will let your container of ice cream freeze for 12 hours, or overnight..
Food Safety
- Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat.
- Wash hands after touching raw meat.
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods.
- Never leave cooking food unattended.
- Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds.
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove.
See more guidelines at USDA.gov.
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Summer Peach Ice Cream
Equipment
Ingredients
- 5 large peaches washed, pitted, and cut into chunks
- 3 eggs
- 1¾ cup sugar
- 1 cup half & half
- 2 tbps vodka Optional, or Peach Schnapps, keeps ice cream scoopable when frozen
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 2 cup heavy cream
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- If using a Cuisinart or other electronic ice cream maker, set the freezer bowl in your freezer, set at 0° F overnight.
- Prepare the peaches by washing, pitting, and cutting into chunks. If you don't want skin, you can peel it also.5 large peaches
- Add the eggs, sugar, half and half, vanilla extract, salt, and optional vodka or peach schnapps to a blender or food processor. PRO TIP: The vodka or peach schnapps will prevent rock hard ice cream from developing after the 'hardening' off phase and during long term storage.3 eggs, 1¾ cup sugar, 1 cup half & half, 2 tbps vodka, 1 teaspoon vanilla, 1 pinch salt, 2 cup heavy cream
- Add the prepared peaches to the blender and process until smooth. Add the heavy cream and process until well blended and creamy, about 1 minute.PRO TIP: If you like larger chunks of peach in your peach ice cream, reserve about 1 cup and mash it up into smaller bits, to be added after blending.
- Transfer the liquid ice cream base to the electric ice cream maker freezer bowl, or churning container. If adding chunky bits of peaches, stir them in now.
- Turn your Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker on, with the freezer bowl secure in the base. Churn according to the Cuisinart or electronic ice cream maker manual instructions. PRO TIP: You can make this peach ice cream recipe as a 'No Churn' ice cream also. Simply pour into an aluminum foil lined loaf pan. Cover with plastic wrap then aluminum foil and set in your freezer set at 0° F for 12 hours or overnight.
- When the peach ice cream has reached the soft serve stage, spoon into an airtight freezer container and freeze for 2 hours or overnight. Be sure your freezer is set to 0° F.
Notes
- Set your freezer to 0℉ the night before, and freeze your Cuisinart freezer bowl at least 12 hours before use.
- Use fresh, ripe peaches for the best flavor.
- 2 tablespoons of vodka or peach schnapps will keep your hardened ice cream scoopable.
- If you don't have an ice cream maker, you can still make this recipe by freezing the mixture in a lined loaf pan and freezing overnight.
- To make this recipe vegan, you can use vegan substitutes for the heavy cream and milk.
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