Peaches in Port
Indulge in the sophisticated elegance of Peaches in Port, a visually stunning and irresistibly decadent dessert that marries the luscious sweetness of ripe peaches with the rich, velvety notes of port wine. This recipe features tender, poached peach halves simmered in a fragrant mixture of port, vanilla bean, and a hint of citrusy lemon zest, creating an aromatic syrup that perfectly balances sweetness and depth. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dessert is deceptively simple yet guaranteed to impress at any gathering. Serve these jewel-toned peaches warm or at room temperature, artfully garnished with fresh mint leaves for a touch of freshness. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or craving a refined treat, Peaches in Port delivers a restaurant-worthy experience from the comfort of your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole ripe peaches
- 250 ml port wine
- 50 g granulated sugar
- 1 whole vanilla bean
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 100 ml water
- 1 handful fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a medium saucepan of water to a boil. Prepare a bowl of ice water as well.
Using a paring knife, score a small 'X' at the bottom of each peach. Carefully place the peaches into the boiling water for 30 seconds, then immediately transfer them to the ice water. Once cooled, peel off the skins.
Slice the peaches in half and remove the pits. Set the halves aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine the port wine, granulated sugar, water, and lemon zest. Split the vanilla bean down the middle and scrape out the seeds; add both the seeds and the pod to the saucepan.
Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves and the mixture comes to a gentle simmer.
Add the peach halves to the saucepan, ensuring they are partially submerged in the liquid. Simmer for 10–12 minutes, occasionally spooning the wine mixture over the peaches to ensure even coverage. The peaches should become tender but not mushy.
Remove the peaches with a slotted spoon and place them on a serving plate. Continue simmering the liquid in the saucepan for an additional 5 minutes, or until it reduces slightly into a syrupy consistency.
Strain the syrup to remove the vanilla pod and lemon zest, then drizzle it over the peaches.
Serve warm or at room temperature, garnished with fresh mint leaves if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
926 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.6 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 28 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 148.1 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.6 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 139.0 g | ||
| Protein | 5.9 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 78 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1729 mg | 37% | |
*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.
