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Sheela Prakash
Sheela PrakashSenior Contributing Food Editor
Sheela is the Senior Contributing Food Editor at Kitchn and the author of Mediterranean Every Day: Simple, Inspired Recipes for Feel-Good Food. She received her master's degree from the University of Gastronomic Sciences in Italy and is also a Registered Dietitian.
updated Jun 16, 2022
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Maybe it’s because of my time living in the South, but I truly believe summer isn’t summer without an abundance of fresh, juicy peaches. The sweet stone fruit is one of my favorite seasonal treats, and as soon as they arrive mid-summer I find myself loading up on them week after week until the last ones leave the farmers market. And just in case you need a quick refresher, the best way to store peaches depends on ripeness and when you plan to use them – room temp is ideal when they need more time to soften, otherwise turn to the fridge.
If you’re wondering what to make with peaches beyond desserts like classic peach cobbler and creamy homemade frozen yogurt, know that you have so many options. Not only do peaches take well to the smoky char of the grill, but you can also turn them into something savory like peach carnitas or transform them into a drink. Here are over 35 of our best peach recipes to make use of your haul this season.
In This Article
- All the Ways to Make Peach Cobbler
- Peach Cakes, Pies, Crumbles, and Tarts
- Other Summer Sweets with Peaches
- Savory Peach Recipes
- Refreshing Peach Drinks
- Preserving Peaches
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All the Ways to Make Peach Cobbler
Peach cobbler is one of the all-time greats when it comes to summer desserts. Whether you prefer it topped with biscuits or pie crust, or even turned into cookies, these recipes prove you have options.
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Peach Cobbler
Fresh summer peaches and a sweet and buttery cobbler topping make the easiest-ever peach cobbler.
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Double Crust Peach Cobbler
While you can use any shaped cookie cutter to cut out the pie crust topping for this cobbler, hearts have a way of making it feel extra special.
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Peach Cobbler Cookies
This handheld version of the classic dessert is perfect for sharing since you'll get plenty of cookies in one batch.
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Ginger Peach Cobbler Bars
Freshly grated ginger really makes these bars pop, but if you prefer you can leave it out or substitute it for a sprinkle of ground cinnamon.
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Easy Peach Cobbler
Fresh summer peaches are covered with a pillowy cream biscuit topping for the easiest-ever Southern peach cobbler.
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Slow Cooker Peach and Blueberry Cobbler
It might seem odd to bake your cobbler in the slow cooker, but it's an ingenious way to keep the oven off and your kitchen cool.
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Peach Cakes, Pies, Crumbles, and Tarts
Cobblers are really just the start, though. Tuck peaches into everything from a lightly sweetened cake to handheld crumble bars and you won’t be disappointed.
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July Flame Peach Pie Recipe
The interior of a ripe July Flame peach is the color of a dramatic summer sunset. Use the best, juiciest, and most vibrant peaches you can find for this pie.
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Peach Delight Icebox Cake
Prosecco and mascarpone elevate this classic icebox cake and make it the perfect easy dessert for summer.
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Peach Yogurt Cake with Cinnamon Glaze
Yogurt adds tang and moisture to this cake that's just as good for dessert as it is for breakfast.
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Peach Ginger Hand Pies
Do your future self a favor and freeze some of these hand pies for a treat another day.
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Gluten-Free Peach Crisp
The best peach crisp has not one, but two crusts!
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While these bars are the perfect handheld treat, they're also great served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
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Peach and Raspberry Tart
Store-bought puff pastry means this light summer tart comes together without fuss.
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Peach Tarts with Ginger and Coconut
These no-bake peach tarts are not only gluten-free, but they also happen to be vegan.
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Peach Iced Tea Pound Cake Trifles
These Southern-inspired trifles feature five layers of deliciousness: homemade pound cake, creamy peach iced tea custard, caramel sauce, macerated peaches, and whipped cream.
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Perfect Peach Pie
This no-frills version lets the sweet fruit shine, highlighting its bright flavor and perfume-like aroma. Serve a slice with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and you have a perfect summer dessert.
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Summer Peach and Tahini Tart
This easy peach tart is bright, fresh, and not-to-sweet, making it the perfect end to any summer meal.
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Other Summer Sweets with Peaches
If you’ve got the grill going, it’s worth tossing some peaches on the grates for a simple and satisfying dessert. Or if only a cold treat will do on a hot night, homemade frozen yogurt or semifreddo is your answer.
Grilled Peaches
There's really no wrong way to serve these juicy grilled peaches for dessert. Vanilla ice cream is classic, but whipped cream or even Greek yogurt is a good choice, too.
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Sweet Biscuits with Roasted Peaches
This dessert falls somewhere between a cobbler and shortcake: The peaches are roasted first then topped with the biscuits and baked quickly so the fruit becomes juicy and sweet but still firm.
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Fresh Peach Frozen Yogurt
This four-ingredient frozen yogurt is so simple and yet it's bursting with peach flavor. Just be sure to use full-fat yogurt for the creamiest texture.
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Peaches and Cream Semifreddo
If you're not familiar with semifreddo, it's an Italian dessert that translates to "semi-frozen." That means it's somewhere between mousse and ice cream.
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Definitely make a double batch of the brown butter peaches because they're pretty fabulous on yogurt for breakfast, too.
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Cardamom and Stone Fruit Clafoutis
You can use any mix of stone fruit for this eggy dessert, but peaches pair especially well with cardamom.
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Savory Peach Recipes
Don’t forget how well peaches work in savory dishes, too. They’re great at lending their juicy sweetness to salads, carnitas, and even barbecue sauce.
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Slow Cooker Peach Carnitas
Your slow cooker does all the work for you in this sweet and savory peach carnitas recipe topped with a peach salsa.
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Peach and Arugula Salad
Peppery arugula, salty ricotta salata cheese, and nutty pistachios are all put in balance by slices of fresh, sweet peaches in this salad.
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Savory Tomato Peach and Tarragon Pot Pie
When both tomatoes and peaches are at their peak, you can do no better than this savory pot pie.
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Pomegranate-Peach Barbecue Sauce
This smoky, tangy sauce is the perfect thing to brush on everything from grilled chicken to vegetable kebabs this summer.
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Peach and Prosciutto Bruschetta
This quick snack is made with goat cheese, but it would also be lovely with thick and creamy ricotta.
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Halloumi Salad with Peaches, Cherries, and Arugula
This jam-packed summer salad combines juicy peaches and cherries with peppery arugula, creamy avocado, crunchy pistachios, and crispy cubes of halloumi cheese.
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Seared Pork Chops with Peach Salsa
Juicy brined pork chops get coated and seared with a spice blend and served with a sweet, refreshing peach salsa.
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Refreshing Peach Drinks
Both peach co*cktails (think: sangria and frozen slushies) and non-alcoholic sippers like homemade soda are perfect choices on the stickiest summer days.
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Peach Lassi
While mangos are traditionally used to make this cool and creamy yogurt drink, peaches are a wonderful alternative this time of year.
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Almond Peach Pit Milk
Instead of throwing away your peach pits, use them to infuse flavor into almond milk.
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Fresh Peach Soda
This sweet homemade soda is the perfect afternoon refreshment on a hot summer day.
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Sparkling White Peach Sangria
White wine and white peaches keep this simple, four-ingredient sangria cool and refreshing.
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Feel free to use a mix of stone fruit in this sangria or just stick will all peaches.
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Sparkling Spiked Peach Lemonade
While it's vodka that spikes this lemonade, you could easily leave it out for a great mocktail.
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Frozen Peach Bourbon Mule
On the hottest summer days, nothing beats an icy blended co*cktail like this one. Serve them in copper mugs, if you have them, or just regular glasses if not.
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Preserving Peaches
If you overdid it on your haul of peaches, save some for later by turning them into things like jam and fruit butter. Your future self will definitely thank you.
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Peach Freezer Jam
This basic method for peach jam is a smart one to learn when you've got an abundance of the fruit. You'll be grateful you made a batch come winter.
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Slow Cooker Ginger Peach Butter
Use this peach butter just like you would your favorite jam: Try it swiped on toast, stirred into yogurt, or even drizzled on ice cream.
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How To Freeze Peaches
Freezing peaches is a great way to preserve them for using in cobblers and other baked goods later in the year.
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