Last week on Instagram I asked, you answered, and now I stand here on a cool and overcast June day snapping shots of a freshly made batch of homemade peach ice cream. Between the rosy peaches, the moody lighting and the creamy scoops all nestled in their little mason jars, I felt like I was back in art class studying still life. I truly had to resist the temptation to grab a pad & pencil and start sketching for fear my scoops would turn into a still life melted mess.
Instead I wrapped up my photo session, grabbed two spoons, and enjoyed a jar of creamy summer goodness with Jason. Thank you my dear readers for recommending I make "something with peaches," I so enjoyed eating this.
{photos by Freutcake}
*Note: Because this ice cream base does not start with a custard (eggs), this recipe produces a light and fluffy ice cream. If you like the taste of fresh peaches topped with whipped cream you will enjoy this simple recipe.
Peach Ice Cream- The Perfect Scoop by David Lebovitz
Makes about 1 Quart
1 ⅓ pounds ripe peaches (about 4 large)
½ cup water
¾ cup granulated sugar
½ cup sour cream
1 cup heavy cream
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
A few drops freshly squeezed lemon juice
1. Peel the peaches*, remove the pits and dice into chunks. In a medium, nonreactive saucepan, add peaches, water and cook over medium heat, covered, stirring twice, until soft and cooked through, about 10 minutes.
2. Remove from heat, stir in the sugar, let cool to room temperature.
3. In a blender, puree the cooked peaches and their juices with the sour cream, heavy cream, vanilla and lemon juice. *Blend only slightly, you want to leave the peaches a bit chunky.
4. Chill the mixture thoroughly in the refrigerator over night.
5. Churn the ice cream base in your ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.
*Pealing peaches: Bring a large pot of water to a boil on the stove top. Cut an "x" in the bottom of peaches. Carefully drop peaches in boiling water and blanch for 20 seconds. Immediately remove from heat and drain in a colander running cold water over them. After peaches cool the skin will peal right off!
Erica says
I can't get enough of peaches lately. This looks amazing!
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freutcake says
Thank you Erica!
Comodore says
Rich and creamy perfect for summer.
Alison Dulaney says
This looks so delicious and summery! Great photographs!
freutcake says
Thank you Alison!
Lane Culpepper says
MMM what a delight for the taste buds. I plan on breaking in the ice cream maker with this recipe soon.
Christin says
STOP IT, LEAH! I'm kidding. But this looks amazing and the styling is even better! Wanna do my posts for me? Kidding of course 🙂 Happy Birthday! Also, I am freaked out to turn 30 but hope it happens as yours did!
freutcake says
Thank you Christin! Turning 30 is fabulous! 🙂
Vamp1138 says
Will this still set up if I used skim milk instead of the heavy cream? I understand it won't be nearly as tasty, but this looks soooooo good I don't think I want to ignore it!
freutcake says
Thank you for the question! I think you really need the fat content in the heavy cream for texture and proper consistency otherwise it will be icy. 🙁
Lauren | Eyes/Ears/Mouth+Lens says
Had my first peach of the season today and now this recipe + your photographs has me coveting more peaches!
Shri says
Am going to try this recipe. Thanks!