Peach season is longer than most people think. Unlike strawberry season, which is just a couple of weeks in June, the peach bounty runs from the end of May until September – practically the whole summer. In other words, you have plenty of time to include the tasty stone fruit in your recipes.
But what can you cook with it? Let’s take a look at how you can make use of your peach windfall and add more flavor to your cuisine.
Make A Peach Crumble
Apple crumble is probably the most common form of crumble, but that doesn’t mean that other fruits are out of bounds. Peaches work just as well as the classic recipe, if not better, if you get them when they’re ripe. Cooked peach is much softer than its apple alternative, giving the dish more contrast. You get the crunchiness of the topping, plus the decadence of the fruit underneath.
This recipe is also a real show stopper if you have guests over to stay. Peach is the last thing they’ll expect, but they’ll love it all the same. And they’ll ask you for the recipe.
Make Peach Bread
You’ve heard of banana bread. Well, now, it’s time to make the same using peaches. The idea here is simple: create a wholesome, sweet loaf that includes the essence of peach in every slice. It’s perfect when paired with jellies, and makes a great accompaniment to cheese. Sometimes, you don’t even need the chutney – it’s that good.
Find a peach bread recipe online and get baking. The first thing you’ll notice is that this bread has a unique smell, unlike anything else out there. Try it for yourself.
Bourbon-Roasted Peaches With Butter
Just like apples, peaches come out beautifully when roasted in the oven. Add bourbon and a dollop of butter, and you can take the taste experience to a whole new level.
Start by cutting your peaches in half to reveal the yellow flesh and remove the stone. Then preheat your oven and drizzle a little bourbon over the top, mixed with molasses if you want some sweetness. Bake until the peach is soft and then take out of the oven. You should notice a sticky, brown glaze forming.
To serve, place on a plate, add some more bourbon from the bottle and place a dollop of butter, cream, or ice cream on the side. Delicious.
Peach Melba Icecream
If you haven’t tried peach melba ice cream, you’re missing out. This quintessentially British treat provides an unexpected flavor explosion you’ll love.
Peach melba is a combination of peaches and raspberries. The commercial version of this ice cream has ripples of raspberry flavoring running through it, but you don’t have to fold ingredients together like this if it sounds too complicated. It still tastes good as a blend.
Peach Trifle
Continuing the British theme, you might want to try a peach trifle if you’re trying to use up all the fruit in your bowl.
Peach trifles are incredibly simple to make. You start with peaches (and other fruits), at the bottom of the bowl. You then cover them in custard (either homemade or store-bought) followed by whipped cream. After that, leave the concoction to set in the fridge.
You don’t have to stop there, of course. Adding alcohol for flavoring always helps. Drizzle the cream with peach liqueurs or just add some rum to the peach juice at the bottom. It’ll provide a fun and exciting extra kick.
Poach Your Peaches
Poached peaches might be even better than the regular fresh version, especially when you poach them in wine (either the regular variety or alcohol-free versions).
Poach the peach whole to help keep all the moisture in the fruit. Then, once cooked, add an assortment of toppings or ice cream. Chop some pistachios and sprinkle on top. Drizzle with maple syrup. And serve with a scoop of ice cream on the side.
Make A Peach Salad
The summertime is the perfect season to make a peach salad. But don’t just stick with the ordinary. When it comes to salads, you need to go to town.
For a killer salad, you’ll need peaches, creamy burrata, prosciutto, and plenty of arugula. Start by halving the peaches and placing them on the griddle pan. Cook them until they become slightly soft and develop attractive char lines. Then add them to the arugula, and torn up ham. Put a dollop of burrata in the middle, and you’re done. Now you have a salad that looks great and tastes incredible.
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