The pan-fried caramelized peaches with ice cream are a delightful and very simple summer dessert that you can prepare in a few minutes. A super quick dessert because you can make it in less than 10 minutes between cleaning the peaches and cooking them, fresh because you don’t need to turn on the oven, and it cooks in just a few moments, and super delicious because just imagine the goodness of warm peaches that pleasantly contrast with the freshness of the ice cream! An equilibrium of contrasts between the warmth of the peaches, the coldness of the ice cream, the softness of the fruit and ice cream, and the crunchiness of the nuts! A recipe that is a must-have in the summer!
The preparation is very simple: cut the peaches in half by removing the inner pit and caramelize them in a pan with butter and honey. Serve them immediately with ice cream, chopped pistachios, honey, and a basil leaf or another aromatic herb.
Like the lemon posset and the strawberry cups, these caramelized peaches with ice cream are an ideal dessert for after lunch or dinner, especially when you crave something sweet but have little time available. Try them and let us know what you think.
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Very Economical
- Preparation time: 5 Minutes
- Portions: 4
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Summer
Ingredients for preparing Pan-fried Caramelized Peaches with Ice Cream
- 2 peaches
- 7 oz vanilla ice cream
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp honey
- chopped pistachios
- basil (we use Greek basil, or mint or thyme)
Tools for preparing Pan-fried Caramelized Peaches with Ice Cream
- 1 Cutting Board
- 1 Knife
- 1 Pan
- 1 Stovetop
- 1 Ice Cream Scooper
Steps for preparing Pan-fried Caramelized Peaches with Ice Cream
Start by preparing the caramelized peaches with ice cream by washing the peaches thoroughly, preferably organic, so you can leave the skin on. Otherwise, you can peel them. Cut them in half and remove the inner pit.
Melt the butter in a large pan, and when it starts sizzling, add the honey or other sweetener.
At this point, add the peaches with the cut side down and let them caramelize for a few minutes. Turn them over to ensure even cooking.
Transfer the peaches to the serving plates and place a scoop of ice cream on each one.
Decorate with chopped pistachios, additional honey, and a leaf of basil or other aromatic herb.
Simo and Cicci’s Advice
This is a dessert to prepare and enjoy immediately, therefore we do not recommend storing it. At most, you can prepare the caramelized peaches in advance and keep them in the fridge for a day. To prevent the ice cream from melting immediately, we suggest you slightly warm the peaches or enjoy them right away.
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Is it possible to caramelize the peaches in the oven or an air fryer?
Yes, just place them in a baking dish with a small piece of butter and some brown sugar and let them caramelize for about ten minutes at 350°F or until they are nicely golden.
What kind of ice cream is recommended for this preparation?
We recommend using vanilla or cream ice cream, which with its delicate taste will enhance the sweetness of the peaches. But you can use the flavor you prefer, such as lemon, pistachio, hazelnut, etc. Additionally, you can also use homemade ice cream starting from a base of cream and condensed milk, or for a vegan version, you can make banana ice cream or with other fruits that you just need to freeze and blend with a splash of milk or a spoonful of yogurt.
What can be used instead of honey to caramelize the peaches?
Sugar, either granulated or brown, is definitely suitable, as it will create a real caramel with the butter. Alternatively, you can use other types of sweetener or maple or agave syrup for a vegan version.
Besides chopped pistachios, can other types of fruit or toppings be used?
Yes, you can use the chopped nuts of your choice such as walnuts, hazelnuts, almonds, or even crumbled amaretti or cookies.
Is it possible to prepare this recipe with other types of fruit?
Yes, you can use other seasonal fruits like apricots, pears, or apples.
