Description
This Honey Peach Cream recipe is a dreamy summer dessert featuring ripe peaches simmered in floral honey and folded into a luscious vanilla custard cream. With layers of sweet fruit and silky whipped cream, it’s an elegant yet approachable treat that’s perfect for entertaining or a make-ahead weekend indulgence.
Ingredients
- Fresh ripe peaches
- Honey
- Lemon juice (optional)
- Pinch of salt
- Vanilla extract
- Heavy cream (or whipping cream)
- Whole milk
- Egg yolks
- Granulated sugar
- Extra diced fresh peaches (optional)
- Drizzle of honey (optional)
- Fresh herbs like mint or basil (optional)
- Sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
- Blanch and peel peaches, then chop into small pieces.
- Simmer chopped peaches with honey, lemon juice, and salt until soft.
- Puree part of the mixture, leaving some texture if desired. Let it cool.
- Heat milk and cream with salt and vanilla in a saucepan.
- In a separate bowl, whisk egg yolks with sugar until thick and pale.
- Gradually temper the egg mixture with the warm cream, whisking constantly.
- Return the mixture to the stove and cook on low heat until the custard thickens (170–180°F / 77–82°C).
- Strain the custard, stir in the cooled peach puree, and refrigerate until fully chilled.
- Once chilled, fold in whipped cream for a light, airy texture.
- Stir in extra diced peaches if using.
- Spoon the mixture into serving glasses or a dish and chill further to set.
- Garnish with a drizzle of honey, fresh herbs, or a sprinkle of cinnamon/nutmeg before serving.
Notes
- Best served cold.
- Can be made 1–2 days ahead for enhanced flavor.
- Customize with herbs, spices, or swap cream for Greek yogurt.
- To make it vegan, use coconut cream and plant milk; thicken with cornstarch instead of eggs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
