Peach Almond Ice Cream
Indulge in the creamy, summery decadence of homemade Peach Almond Ice Cream, a delightful fusion of ripe, juicy peaches and subtly nutty almond flavor. This easy-to-make treat combines the sweetness of fresh peach puree with the richness of heavy cream and whole milk, enhanced by a hint of vanilla and almond extracts. Toasted sliced almonds add a satisfying crunch, making every bite a textural masterpiece. Perfectly balanced with a splash of lemon juice and a pinch of salt, this small-batch ice cream is churned to silky perfection and ideal for sunny afternoons or elegant dinner parties. Enjoy it straight from the freezer or dress it up with an extra sprinkle of almonds for a show-stopping dessert that tastes like summer in every scoop.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium ripe peaches
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon almond extract
- 0.5 cup sliced almonds
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Peel and pit the peaches, then chop them into small chunks.
In a medium-sized saucepan, add the chopped peaches, 1/4 cup of the granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the peaches soften and release their juices.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the mixture cool to room temperature. Blend the cooled mixture into a puree using a blender or food processor, leaving a few chunks if desired for texture.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, remaining 1/2 cup sugar, vanilla extract, almond extract, and salt until the sugar has dissolved.
Stir the peach puree into the cream mixture until well combined.
Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until completely chilled.
Once the mixture is chilled, pour it into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions, usually about 20-25 minutes.
During the last 5 minutes of churning, add the sliced almonds to the ice cream mixture, allowing them to incorporate evenly.
Transfer the churned ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for an additional 2-4 hours to firm up before serving.
Scoop and serve the peach almond ice cream as is, or garnish with extra sliced almonds on top for added crunch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2963 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 203.5 g | 261% | |
| Saturated Fat | 102.8 g | 514% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 509 mg | 170% | |
| Sodium | 842 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 235.4 g | 86% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.3 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 214.9 g | ||
| Protein | 27.2 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 541 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 2045 mg | 44% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
