Fresh Peach Sauce

Elevate your culinary creations with this luscious Fresh Peach Sauce, a simple yet versatile recipe bursting with the natural sweetness of ripe peaches and a touch of zesty lemon. Ready in just 20 minutes, this summertime delight combines fresh fruit, a hint of vanilla, and optional cornstarch for a silky texture tailored to your preference. Perfect for drizzling over ice cream, pancakes, or cheesecake, or as a surprising addition to roasted meats, this homemade peach sauce is a celebration of fresh, seasonal ingredients. Whether left chunky or pureed smooth, this vibrant, golden-hued sauce is a must-try condiment that will transform your sweet and savory dishes alike. Plus, it stores beautifully in the fridge, making it the ideal make-ahead recipe for easy entertaining or weeknight indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 medium (about 1 pound) Fresh peaches
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon (optional, for a thicker sauce) Cornstarch

Directions

Step 1

Peel and pit the peaches. To easily peel peaches, bring a pot of water to a boil, score an 'X' on the bottom of each peach, and blanch them in boiling water for 30 seconds before transferring them to an ice bath. The skins should come off easily. Alternatively, you can use a sharp knife to carefully peel them.

Step 2

Dice the peeled peaches into small chunks and set them aside.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, combine the diced peaches, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and water.

Step 4

Place the saucepan over medium heat. Stir occasionally, and use a spoon or potato masher to slightly mash the peaches as they soften, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix the cornstarch with 1 teaspoon of water to create a slurry, then stir it into the peach mixture. Cook for an additional 2–3 minutes, stirring, until the sauce thickens.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 7

Allow the sauce to cool slightly. For a smooth sauce, use an immersion blender or transfer the mixture to a blender and carefully puree until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 8

Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled. Use as a topping for desserts, breakfast dishes, or savory options like roasted meats.

Step 9

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1888.7 grams (1888.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	822

Total Fat 5.50g	7%
Saturated Fat 0.00g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 210.20g	76%
Dietary Fiber 27.30g	98%
Total Sugars 178.00g
Protein 16.40g	33%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 112mg	9%
Iron 5mg	26%
Potassium 3467mg	74%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 5.2%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 88.0%