Peaches and Cream
Peaches and cream is a timeless summer dessert that combines ripe, juicy peaches with rich, velvety cream for an unforgettable treat. This easy-to-make dish highlights the natural sweetness of fresh peaches, enhanced with just a touch of sugar and vanilla. Perfect for picnics or cozy evenings at home, it’s a delightful way to celebrate the season’s bounty. With minimal ingredients and simple steps, you’ll have this refreshing dessert ready in no time!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe peaches, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Wash and slice the peaches, removing the pits.
- In a mixing bowl, beat heavy cream with sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form (about 3-5 minutes).
- Sprinkle peaches with sugar and let sit for 10 minutes to release juices.
- Gently fold peaches into whipped cream mixture.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 236
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 66mg