Make the most of peach season with this easy Homemade Peach Ice Cream Recipe — a perfect scoop for hot summer days! Includes no-churn peach ice cream & peach popsicles (lollies), plus tips on health benefits of peaches and simple vegan swaps.
A Perfect Scoop for a Hot Summer’s Day
London has been blazing these past couple of weeks, and when the sun is out and London streets feel more Marrakech than Marylebone, there’s only one thing on my mind – ice cream. And what better flavour to match these glorious highs than fresh, juicy peach? 🍑
Today, we’re sharing our delicious Peach Ice Cream that’ll cool you down fast, and refreshing peach lollipops (aka popsicles!) that you can whip up in no time. Plus, we’ll give you a quick scoop on the health benefits of this summery fruit.
Whether you’re a no-churn novice or have an ice cream maker at the ready, this article will have you sorted for the weekend’s heatwave.
In This Article, You’ll Find:
✅ How peaches can give your ice cream a natural health boost
✅ Easy Peach Ice Cream — no fancy kit required
✅ Peach Lollipops — quick, cooling, and perfect for a heatwave
✅ Serving ideas and simple swaps (vegan options too!)
✅ Tips for storing and making the most of peach season
If you’d like to head straight to our Peach Ice Cream and Lollipops recipes, please use the following link, or read along to find out more.
Why Peaches? The Health Benefits of This Summer Fruit 🍑
Peaches aren’t just sweet and juicy — they’re also packed with good stuff:
- High in vitamin C, which supports skin health and immunity
- A natural source of antioxidants that help fight free radicals
- Low in calories, yet bursting with flavour (making them ideal for lighter desserts)
- Contains fibre, which supports digestion and helps you feel fuller for longer
And when blended into ice cream or frozen pops, their natural sweetness means you can reduce added sugar too — win-win!
👉🏽 Check out this article for more information on the health benefits of Peaches – The Many Health Benefits of Peaches
So now that we know just how good these golden beauties are for us, let’s turn them into something irresistibly scoopable! Our quick peach ice cream recipe will have you cooling down in no time (with a few healthy perks tucked in too). 🍑✨
The Easiest Homemade Peach Ice Cream Recipe (No-Churn)
Perfect for those scorching days when you can’t face plugging in a machine, this no-churn peach ice cream delivers creamy, fruity bliss with minimal effort.
(Prep time: 15 mins, plus 4–6 hrs freeze time | Serves 6–8)
Ingredients:
- 400g ripe peaches (about 4 large), peeled and sliced
- 300ml double cream
- 200g sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- Juice of ½ lemon (to brighten the flavour)
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional, depending on peach sweetness)
Method:
- Blitz the peach slices in a blender until smooth — or leave a few chunky bits if you like texture.
- In a large bowl, whip the double cream to soft peaks.
- Gently fold in the condensed milk, vanilla, lemon juice, and peach purée.
- Taste and adjust sweetness with honey/maple if needed.
- Pour into a freezer-safe tub and freeze for 4–6 hours until firm.
Serving tip: Serve with extra fresh peach slices and a sprig of mint for an effortless summer dessert.
Nutritional Info (Per Serving):
Calories ~220 | Carbs 18g | Sugars 16g | Fat 15g | Protein 3g
🍑 Peach Lollipops (Popsicles!) — The Ultimate Cool-Down
If there’s one frozen treat my freezer always holds during heatwaves, it’s fruit lollies. They’re light, refreshing, and perfect for little hands (or grown-up cool-down moments!).
Here’s how easy it is:
(Prep time: 10 mins, plus freeze overnight | Makes 6 lollies)
Ingredients:
- 500g ripe peaches, peeled and sliced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 100ml coconut water or plain water
Method:
- Blend all the ingredients until smooth.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if needed — remember, freezing mutes sweetness a little.
- Pour into lolly moulds and freeze overnight.
Serving tip: Dip the tips in a little yoghurt and roll in chopped pistachios for a fancy finish!
Nutritional Info (Per Lolipop):
Calories ~75 | Carbs 12g | Sugars 10g | Fat 1g | Protein <1g>
Quick Tip: If you spot bargain peaches at the market — grab them! You can slice and freeze extras for future batches of ice cream or pops. Just defrost slightly before blending.
Fancy an Adults-Only Twist?
Want to “adult up” your peach ice cream or lollies for a summer garden party or BBQ? A splash of something boozy can add depth and fun — just remember, alcohol lowers the freezing point, so a little goes a long way.
Here are some delicious pairings to try:
✅ Peach Schnapps — adds extra peachy sweetness with a gentle kick
✅ Prosecco or Champagne — fold through as a ripple just before freezing for a Bellini-inspired vibe
✅ Amaretto — brings out almond notes that pair beautifully with peaches
✅ Vodka — neutral, lets the peach shine but adds adult edge
How much to add?
For a standard no-churn batch (6–8 servings), start with:
👉🏽 2–3 tablespoons of liqueur for a subtle infusion
👉🏽 Up to 4 tablespoons if you want it more pronounced — but beware, too much and your ice cream may not set properly!
For lollipops:
Limit to 1–2 tablespoons total, or the pops won’t freeze firmly.
Tip: Stir alcohol into the peach purée stage for even flavour, or ripple through just before freezing for a pretty swirl and punchy hit.
Storage & Swaps
✅ How long will it keep?
- Ice cream: 2–3 weeks in an airtight tub (if you don’t eat it sooner!)
- Lollipops: 1 month in the freezer — handy for sunny days on repeat
✅ Vegan swaps:
- Swap double cream for coconut cream
- Use plant-based condensed milk (yes, it’s a thing!) or full-fat coconut milk plus extra maple syrup
💬 What’s YOUR go-to frozen treat when the heatwave hits? Do you prefer a scoop of creamy ice cream or a refreshing fruity pop? Drop us a comment below or tag us @FrostedFusions — we’d love to see your peachy creations! 🍑☀️
The Final Scoop
Whether you’re whipping up a tub of silky peach ice cream or stocking the freezer with cooling peach lollies, this sun-drenched fruit is your ticket to summer refreshment.
And honestly — when London’s clocking 33°C, who wouldn’t want a freezer full of peachy goodness ready to go? 🍦
👉🏽 Want more summer ice cream inspo? Check out our other fruity favourites:
- Strawberry Fields to Freezers – Summer’s Best Strawberry Frozen Dessert Recipes
- Watermelon Sorbet & Granita – A Refreshing Taste of Spring
- Homemade Tropical Papaya Ice Cream, Sorbet & Froyo Recipes
Stay cool, keep scooping — and don’t forget the sunglasses!
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