Spiced Peaches in Peach Wine
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of Spiced Peaches in Peach Wine, a sophisticated dessert that showcases tender, ripe peaches infused with a fragrant blend of warm spices and sweet peach wine. This elegant recipe combines the natural sweetness of fresh peaches with the cozy notes of cinnamon, cloves, and star anise, all enhanced by a hint of vanilla. The peaches are gently simmered in a spiced wine syrup, making them irresistibly tender while preserving their vibrant color with a touch of lemon juice. Perfect for serving chilled or warmed, these spiced peaches are a versatile treat—pair them with velvety whipped cream, creamy vanilla ice cream, or enjoy them on their own for a truly decadent bite. Ready in under an hour, this make-ahead dessert is ideal for entertaining or adding a touch of refinement to your everyday dining.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 large ripe peaches
- 750 ml peach wine
- 150 grams granulated sugar
- 2 whole cinnamon sticks
- 4 whole cloves
- 1 pod star anise
- 1 whole vanilla bean (or 1 tsp vanilla extract)
- 500 ml water
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
Prepare the peaches by bringing a pot of water to a boil. Score a small 'X' on the bottom of each peach. Blanch the peaches in boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes, then transfer them into an ice bath. Once cooled, peel off the skins and slice the peaches into halves or quarters, removing the pits.
In a large saucepan or pot, combine the peach wine, water, granulated sugar, cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, star anise, and the vanilla bean (slice it lengthwise and scrape out the seeds, adding both the pod and seeds). Place the pan over medium heat and stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.
Add the peeled peaches to the saucepan. Pour in the lemon juice to help retain the peaches' bright color. Bring the liquid to a gentle simmer and cook the peaches uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes, or until they are tender but not falling apart.
Using a slotted spoon, carefully transfer the cooked peaches into a clean jar or serving dish.
Continue simmering the spiced wine mixture until it reduces slightly into a thin syrup, about 5 minutes.
Pour the warm spiced wine syrup over the peaches, ensuring they are fully submerged.
Allow the peaches to cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to let the flavors meld.
Serve the spiced peaches chilled or warmed, with a spoonful of syrup, and optionally garnish with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1020 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 3.7 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 17 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 261.7 g | 95% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.7 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 239.2 g | ||
| Protein | 11.0 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 180 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 2120 mg | 45% | |
*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.
