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Georgia Peach Ice Cream

Homemade Georgia Peach Ice Cream: Summer’s Creamy Delight

Delight in homemade Georgia Peach Ice Cream, a creamy treat showcasing the essence of summer peaches without an ice cream maker.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Freezing Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Ice Cream Base
  • 4 peaches Georgia Peaches Ensure they are ripe for the best results.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Consider substituting with honey or maple syrup.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream makes for a delightful dairy-free alternative.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Use almond or oat milk for a lighter option.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Feel free to replace with almond extract.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Both fresh and bottled work beautifully.
Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup Extra Peach Slices Garnish for a refreshing touch.
  • 1/2 cup Crushed Cookies or Nuts Provides a delightful crunch.

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula
  • Airtight container

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Start by peeling, pitting, and slicing about four ripe Georgia peaches. Toss the peach slices with 1/4 cup of granulated sugar and a splash of lemon juice and let sit for 15 minutes.
  2. Transfer the macerated peaches with their juices into a blender and blend until mostly smooth, leaving some small chunks for texture.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 3/4 cup of granulated sugar, 1 cup of heavy cream, 1 cup of whole milk, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until the sugar fully dissolves.
  4. Gently fold the peach puree into the cream mixture until well combined.
  5. Pour the combined mixture into an airtight container, cover tightly, and place it in the freezer for one hour.
  6. After one hour, remove the container from the freezer and vigorously stir the mixture. Repeat stirring every 30 minutes for 2 to 3 hours.
  7. Once firmed up, scoop the ice cream into chilled bowls and garnish with extra peach slices for serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Choose ripe peaches for maximum sweetness and consider stirring the mixture every 30 minutes while freezing to achieve a smooth texture.

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