Peach Sorbet: A Refreshing and Fruity Summer Treat
This easy Peach Sorbet recipe is a refreshing, fruity summer dessert made with ripe peaches, natural sweetness, and a smooth icy texture. Perfect for hot days, this homemade sorbet is light, dairy-free, and bursting with fresh peach flavor.
Ingredients
- 4 –5 ripe peaches peeled, pitted, and sliced
- 1/2 cup sugar adjust to taste
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare the peaches:
- Peel, pit, and slice the ripe peaches.
- Make simple syrup:
- In a saucepan, combine sugar and water. Heat until sugar fully dissolves, then let it cool.
- Blend ingredients:
- Add peaches, cooled syrup, and lemon juice to a blender. Blend until completely smooth.
- Chill the mixture:
- Refrigerate for 1–2 hours to improve texture and freezing.
- Freeze the sorbet:
- With ice cream maker: Churn according to machine instructions.
- Without machine: Freeze in a shallow dish, stirring every 30 minutes for 2–3 hours.
- Serve:
- Scoop and enjoy once smooth and frozen. Let sit a few minutes before serving if too firm.
Notes
- Use very ripe peaches for best flavor.
- Lemon juice enhances taste and balances sweetness.
- Chilling the mixture helps avoid icy texture.
- Stirring during freezing prevents large ice crystals.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 1–2 weeks.