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Peaches and Cream

Irresistible Peaches and Cream: A Simple Summer Delight

Enjoy this refreshing Peaches and Cream dessert, capturing the essence of summer with juicy peaches and fluffy cream.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Peach Mixture
  • 4 cups Fresh Ripe Peaches cut into ½-inch wedges
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Zest or lime zest for variation
  • 5 tablespoons Granulated Sugar reduce as needed
  • 1 pinch Salt
For the Whipped Cream
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or half-and-half for a lighter option
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla Extract use pure extract
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar to taste
Optional Garnishes
  • 1 tablespoon Extra Lemon Zest for a finishing touch
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon for added flavor
  • 1 cup Vanilla Wafers for added crunch

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • sharp knife
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash the peaches under cold water and cut them into ½-inch wedges, peeling as necessary. Set aside.
  2. In a bowl, mix peach wedges with lemon zest, sugar, and salt. Toss gently and let sit for 10-15 minutes.
  3. In another bowl, whip the heavy cream with sugar and vanilla until fluffy, about 2-4 minutes.
  4. Assemble by layering the peach mixture in serving cups and topping with whipped cream.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Add optional garnishes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chill mixing equipment for best cream texture. Adjust sugar based on peach ripeness. Customizations are encouraged.

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