Summertime just isn’t right until we get to take a big, juicy, dribbly bite of a freshly picked peach. That’s certainly a concept that Stephen and Jessica Rose, operators of The Peach Truck, understand. The Peach Truck sells and delivers gloriously sweet tree-ripened peaches from Pearson Farm in Fort Valley, Georgia. The term “Georgia peach” isn’t just made up, you know. Some of the most tender, juicy peaches hail from Georgia farms, but nonetheless, summer is the season to gorge on fresh peaches no matter where you are in the South.
From warm, gooey cobblers to cool, layered pies, these peaches can be used in some truly mouthwatering ways in the summertime. Here are 8 of the sweetest ways to use peaches right now.
Peaches-and-Cream Pancakes
Recipe: Peaches-and-Cream Pancakes
These thin pancakes are crepe-like and delicately sweet, topped with fresh peaches that have been tossed with maple syrup and homemade whipped cream.
Freezer Peach Pie
Recipe: Freezer Peach Pie
Ginger, cardamom, and cinnamon add a touch of spice to the juicy peach filling of this freezer pie.
Easy Peach Cobbler
Recipe: Easy Peach Cobbler
The flavors of summer truly shine in this simple cobbler with peaches, butter, and sugar. Top with some homemade vanilla ice cream to make it even better.
Peach Fried Pies
Recipe: Peach Fried Pies
Make these fried desserts easy work by using canned biscuits to accompany the jammy filling. Sprinkle powdered sugar on top for an added sweet touch.
Peach Bread Pudding with Bourbon Caramel
Recipe: Peach Bread Pudding with Bourbon Caramel
Be careful when cooking the caramel; it’s finicky and can burn if left unattended. Fresh peaches and the spiked caramel sauce make this bread pudding a true indulgence.
Peach-Ricotta Cheesecake with Pecan Crust
Recipe: Peach-Ricotta Cheesecake with Pecan Crust
This peach-topped cheesecake is just pretty, and extra creamy thanks to the ricotta cheese. The pecan crust adds the perfect crunch.
Peach Icebox Cake
Recipe: Peach Icebox Cake
This no-bake cake can be made in a glass trifle dish for generous scooping or a large cake pan for slicing. Layers of juicy peaches, silky mascarpone, whipped cream, and graham crackers make this recipe the perfect summer dessert.
Fresh Peach Coffee Cake with Pecan Streusel
Recipe: Fresh Peach Coffee Cake with Pecan Streusel
Bake this for your next weekend brunch or ladies luncheon. It’s heavy on the crumb topping (because all the best coffee cakes are, in our opinion!) and spiced with cinnamon and cardamom.
