Description
Summertime peaches and cream salad brings fresh Southern charm to any gathering. Creamy dressing coats juicy peach slices, creating a sweet and tangy treat you’ll want to share with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
Fresh Ingredients:
- 4 peaches, ripe and large
Dairy Ingredients:
- 1 cup (237 milliliters) heavy cream
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) sour cream
Flavor and Garnish Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (30 grams) granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup (85 grams) honey
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) lemon juice
- 1/2 cup (20 grams) fresh mint leaves
- 1/4 cup (30 grams) sliced almonds, toasted
- Mint sprigs for garnish
Instructions
- Toss freshly sliced peaches with zesty lemon juice in a spacious mixing vessel to prevent browning and enhance flavor.
- Whip heavy cream with granulated sugar and vanilla extract until soft, billowy peaks develop, creating a luxurious base.
- Incorporate sour cream and golden honey into the whipped cream, blending smoothly to create a rich, velvety texture.
- Delicately drizzle the cream mixture over the prepared peaches, using a gentle folding technique to ensure even coating without crushing the fruit.
- Sprinkle toasted almonds and finely chopped mint leaves throughout the salad, adding crunch and aromatic complexity.
- For an elegant presentation, garnish with pristine mint sprigs and serve chilled within 30 minutes of preparation to maintain optimal freshness and texture.
Notes
- Prevent browning by tossing peaches quickly with fresh lemon juice, which adds a bright citrusy tang and keeps the fruit looking vibrant.
- For a lighter version, swap heavy cream with Greek yogurt or coconut cream to reduce calories while maintaining a creamy texture.
- Toast almonds beforehand to enhance their nutty flavor and create a delightful crunch that complements the soft peaches and silky cream.
- Experiment with seasonal variations by substituting peaches with nectarines, apricots, or mangoes for a versatile summer dessert salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 347 kcal
- Sugar: 31 g
- Sodium: 20 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg