When you buy a big crate of peaches, you start to make a ton of peach recipes, and I am not complaining. Today, the peach recipe of the day is vegan 3-ingredient peach sorbet. It is so easy to make and you don't even need an ice cream maker!
Ingredients in Easy Peach Sorbet
I love using fresh fruit in recipes and sorbets are one of my favourite desserts to prepare this time of year. They are ridiculously simple and easy to prepare, and are made essentially with pureed fruit and sugar. For this peach sorbet, here are the 3 ingredients you will need:
- peaches - I used fresh peaches in this. The riper the peach, the better. I kept the skin on but you can peel it if you don't have a heavy duty blender that will completely puree it. You can also substitute with frozen peaches.
- sugar - enhances the sweet and fragrant flavour of the succulent ripe peaches. You can substitute this with honey if you want to make the recipe refined sugar-free.
- lemon juice - balances the sweetness. You can also substitute this with lime juice.
How to Make Peach Sorbet without an Ice Cream Maker
Making homemade peach sorbet is so much easier than you think. You don't even need a fancy ice cream maker. All you need is a blender and a loaf pan (or any shallow pan).
- Puree the ingredients. Throw all the ingredients into a heavy-duty blender and puree. If your blender does not fully puree the skin, and you don't want to have little bits of skin in your sorbet, then strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve.
- Freeze. Pour mixture into a 9-inch loaf pan, or a shallow dish. Cover and freeze for 6-7 hours, until set.
You can't go wrong with sorbet. It is perfect summer recipe to enjoy when you are craving something refreshing to snack on or end a delicious meal with.
FAQ and Tips for Making the Best Peach Sorbet
- Can I use frozen or canned peaches? You can use frozen peaches interchangeably with this recipe. Canned peaches does not work as well.
- Do I have to leave the skin on? No, you can peel the skin if you prefer. I leave the skin on because it's easier and it completely purees in my Vitamix blender. If you don't have a heavy-duty blender that fully purees the skin, and you don't want to have little bits of skin in your sorbet, then strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve. Or peel the peaches before pureeing.
- Do I have to add sugar? Sugar is really important in sorbet because it is what give the sorbet its creamy texture. Without it, you will have a large frozen popsicle. The pureed mixture will taste quite sweet, but freezing will dull the sweetness. If you don't want to add any sugar, you don't have to (especially if you are using very overripe peaches). Just set the sorbet out on your kitchen counter for 10 minutes before serving. That way it will melt down enough so that you can scoop it out.
- My sorbet is frozen, what do I do? This will happen if you don't add enough sugar. This can also happen if your freezer is too cold. The solution is to just leave your sorbet out on your kitchen counter for 5-10 minutes to allow it to melt slightly, making it easier to scoop out.
- How long does sorbet last? You can store sorbet in a sealed container in the freezer for 2-3 months.
More Sorbet and Ice Cream Recipes
- Watermelon Basil Sorbet
- 3-Ingredient Strawberry Sorbet
- Lemon Turmeric Sorbet
- Strawberries and Cream Popsicles
- No Churn Vanilla and Strawberry Ice Cream (coming soon!)
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3-Ingredient Peach Sorbet
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings
- Diet: Vegan
Description
Smooth, sweet and refreshing 3-ingredient peach sorbet can be made with just a few minutes prep and without an ice cream maker! It's dairy-free and vegan.
Ingredients
- 5 medium peaches, sliced with skin on (about 5 cups or 750 grams)
- ½ tablespoon lemon juice (or lime juice)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- Puree all the ingredients in a heavy-duty blender for 1-2 minutes on high until smooth and peaches are completely liquified. If your blender does not fully puree the skin, and you don't want to have little bits of skin in your sorbet, then strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve.
- Pour mixture into a 9-inch loaf pan, or a shallow dish. Cover and freeze for 6-7 hours, until fully set.
Notes
Peaches: You can use fresh or frozen peaches interchangeably with this recipe. Canned peaches do not work as well.
Skin vs. no skin: You can peel the skin if you prefer. I leave the skin on because it's easier and it completely purees in my Vitamix blender. If you don't have a heavy-duty blender that fully purees the skin, and you don't want to have little bits of skin in your sorbet, then strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve, or peel the peaches before pureeing.
Refined sugar-free: Sugar is really important in sorbet because it is what give the sorbet its creamy texture. Without it, you will have a large frozen popsicle. You can use honey instead for a refined sugar-free option. The pureed mixture will taste quite sweet, but freezing will dull the sweetness. If you don't want to add any sugar, you don't have to (especially if you are using very overripe peaches). Just set the sorbet out on your kitchen counter for 10 minutes before serving. That way it will melt down enough so that you can scoop it out.
How to store sorbet: You can store sorbet in a sealed container in the freezer for 2-3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (+6 hours freezing time)
- Category: Sorbet
- Method: Freezer
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: peach sorbet, peach ice cream, vegan ice cream, fruit sorbet, vegan sorbet, peach dessert
This post was first published in August 2017, and has been completely updated in June 2020 with new photos and written content including helpful tips.
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Cory Varga says
Quick and easy and perfect for these long summer days. I love this recipe and my husband loved the peach sorbet also
★★★★★
Sam | Ahead of Thyme says
Awesome! So happy you guys like the recipe!
Sophie says
I have all the ingredients to make this tonight. I am sure my family will love this fruity sorbet. Thanks a lot for the recipe.
★★★★★
Sam | Ahead of Thyme says
Awesome! Enjoy!
Marwin Brown says
This recipe looks so tasty and easy to make! Perfect for summer as well!
Sam | Ahead of Thyme says
Heheh, I have to agree!
Chandice Probst says
This could not be easier and it’s so delicious too!! Love that it only requires a few ingredients.
★★★★★
Sam | Ahead of Thyme says
Thanks Chandice! Enjoy!
Marta says
Sorbets are my favorite type of ice cream treat, so I really wanted to try this recipe out. I was not disappointed!
★★★★★
Sam | Ahead of Thyme says
Awesome! So happy to hear that!
Jacqueline Debono says
Peaches are my favourite summer fruit! I've never made sorbet with them but this sounds super easy and looks delicious! On my to-make list!
★★★★★
Sam | Ahead of Thyme says
They are definitely a favourite here too. Let me know if you make it!