Top 7 Delicious Dishes and Drinks You Must Try Made from Peaches

Peach jam has a perfect balance of tartness and sweetness, making it a great accompaniment to various dishes. It’s one of the more popular options but stands out from typical jam varieties often found during the Lunar New Year. The recipe for making peach jam is incredibly simple, ensuring the distinctive, fragrant flavor of fresh peaches is preserved at its best.

Ingredients:

• 700g fresh peaches
• 200g sugar
• 720ml water
• 1/2 lemon

Instructions:

• Step 1: Wash the peaches, peel them, and cut into 4 to 6 bite-sized pieces.
• Step 2: Add lemon juice to the cut peaches and stir to coat evenly.
• Step 3: Place a pot of water on the stove, add sugar, and heat until the sugar dissolves. Once the sugar is dissolved, add the peaches and simmer on low heat. Make sure to skim off any foam that forms, and continue cooking until the syrup thickens and reduces.
• Step 4: Allow the peach jam to cool before transferring it into a glass jar and storing it in the fridge for later use.

Early-season peaches are often tart but very crisp and fragrant, making them perfect for making spicy-sour pickled peaches. Pickled dishes are always full of flavor and remind many of the joys of youth. The irresistible tanginess, combined with a little sweetness, spice, and saltiness, creates a deliciously unforgettable dish. Let’s dive into making this tasty treat with Mytour!

Ingredients:

• 500g fresh peaches
• 50g sugar
• 15g salt
• 5g chili powder

Instructions:

• Step 1: First, mix 2 tablespoons of sugar into a large bowl of water and add some ice cubes.
• Step 2: Peel the peaches and cut them into small pieces. Immediately soak the peaches in the sugar water to reduce their tartness and enhance their crispness! Many people also use saltwater at this step.
• Step 3: After soaking in ice water for about 10 minutes, remove the peaches and toss them with the remaining sugar.
• Step 4: Once the sugar dissolves, add the salt and chili powder, mix well, and let sit for about 5 minutes before enjoying.

Many young people love a cool treat on hot summer days, and the irresistible combination of fresh peaches, yogurt, and sugar makes homemade peach ice cream a must-try. It’s a fun way to create a favorite dish with the added bonus of knowing it's made in a hygienic way.

Ingredients:

• 280g fresh peaches
• 60ml coconut milk
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 3 tablespoons coconut oil

Instructions:

• Peel the peaches and chop them into small pieces.
• Place the peaches into a blender along with honey, coconut milk, and coconut oil. Blend until smooth.
• Pour the mixture into ice cream molds and freeze for 4-5 hours until solid.
• After just a few simple steps, you have a delicious coconut peach ice cream with a bright yellow color from the peaches and the rich, creamy taste of coconut milk.

Each scoop of this peach ice cream is not only fragrant and creamy but also a perfect balance of tangy sweetness that melts in your mouth. What could be more tempting than that?

Like other peach-based drinks, a peach cocktail carries the distinct, fragrant taste of peach. However, this cocktail adds a subtle tartness and a delicious hint of alcohol that will intrigue anyone who tries it. Sipping on a Peach Cocktail on a weekend is absolutely delightful, isn't it?

Ingredients:

• 5-6 small basil leaves
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/4 peach
• Juice of half a lemon
• 150ml simple syrup
• 30ml rum
• Crushed ice

Instructions:

• Place the basil leaves in a cocktail shaker. Use a muddler to crush the leaves, then add 1 teaspoon of sugar syrup.
• Add the peach and muddle again until it’s well mashed.
• Pour in the lemon juice, simple syrup, rum, and crushed ice. Seal the shaker and shake vigorously until chilled. Pour into a glass over some ice, garnish with basil leaves, and enjoy!

Peach tea is a refreshing, fragrant drink that has become a must-have at nearly every tea shop or juice bar today. With this simple homemade recipe, you can enjoy a cool, delicious cup of peach tea anytime!

Ingredients:

• 1kg fresh peaches
• 800ml filtered water
• Lemon juice
• 500g white sugar
• 1-2 tea bags
• Salt

Instructions:

• Rinse the peaches thoroughly, then slice them into 4-6 wedges. Soak the peach slices in a mixture of water and salt to prevent browning. While the peaches soak, peel and remove the pits.
• Make a simple syrup by dissolving sugar in water over medium heat, stirring constantly. Once the syrup comes to a boil and turns a light caramel color, add the peaches and stir for 3-5 minutes. Add a bit of lemon juice, then remove from heat.
• Brew the tea bags, then add the syrup-infused peaches and some ice cubes to the tea. Serve and enjoy!

A smoothie is a great nutritional drink for busy individuals, and it's a favorite across all ages during the hot summer months. A peach smoothie on a warm day, with its sweet and fragrant taste, will instantly refresh you.

Ingredients:

• 500g ripe peaches
• 200ml fresh milk
• several tablespoons of sweetened condensed milk
• crushed ice or ice cubes

Instructions:

• Choose ripe peaches as they provide the perfect sweetness and color for your smoothie. After washing them, slice the peaches and remove the pit.
• If the peaches have too much fuzz, peel them first. If using smooth-skinned peaches, keep the skin on to enhance the smoothie’s color. Cut the flesh into slices before blending.
• Place the peaches and ice into a blender and blend until smooth. Gradually add the milk to adjust the thickness. Start with half the amount, then add more if needed to achieve your desired consistency.
• Pour the smoothie into a glass and garnish with a sprig of mint or a slice of lemon for an extra touch. You can make extra and store it in the fridge for later enjoyment.

The peach season is here! If you love peach tea but don’t feel like going out, why not try making your own pickled peaches at home? Not only is it safe, but they’ll be just as delicious, sweet, and crunchy as store-bought ones. Let’s get cooking!

Ingredients:

• 1 kg fresh peaches
• 400g white or brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons salt

Instructions:

• Wash the peach skins thoroughly and let them dry. Then, cut the peaches in half along the stem, twist them apart, and remove the pit. Peel the peaches once they’re separated.
• In a pot, heat 200g sugar with 2 tablespoons of water, stirring until the sugar dissolves and turns a light amber color. Add the lemon juice and cook on low heat until the syrup turns a golden brown, then add 500ml of water and the remaining 200g sugar.
• Quickly pour the water into the syrup and stir until the sugar dissolves. Adjust the water-to-sugar ratio to ensure the syrup fully covers the peaches when they’re soaking.
• Stir to dissolve the sugar, then bring the mixture to a boil.
• Once boiling, add the peach slices into the syrup and cook for about 3 minutes. Remove the peaches and soak them in ice water for about 15 minutes.
• Once the syrup has cooled, prepare a container (glass or plastic with a lid) and pour the pickled peaches into it, ensuring they are fully submerged in the syrup.

The peaches will retain their wonderful fragrance, and the syrup will have a perfect balance of sweet and tangy. Add a few ice cubes to a glass, pour in the pickled peaches and syrup, and you’ve got a refreshing peach tea to cool off on a hot summer day!