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Simple Peach Sauce

Fresh and Easy Simple Peach Sauce for Summer Bliss

This Simple Peach Sauce is a delightful blend of peaches, lemon juice, and vanilla, perfect for summer desserts or as a savory topping.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 4 cups Fresh Peaches Peeled and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice For brightness
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust based on peach sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 pinch Salt To balance flavors
Optional Variations
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup or Honey As a substitute for sugar
  • 4 cups White Peaches For a delicate flavor

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Blender
  • large pot
  • ice bath

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Simple Peach Sauce
  1. Prepare Peaches: Blanch peaches in boiling water for 1-2 minutes, then transfer to an ice bath. Peel and slice into wedges.
  2. Cook Peaches: In a saucepan, add sliced peaches and cover with water. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until very soft.
  3. Blend Sauce: Transfer cooked peaches and juices to a blender and blend until smooth. Strain if desired.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Return blended mixture to saucepan, stir in sugar, lemon juice, vanilla, and salt. Simmer for 8-10 minutes.
  5. Taste and Adjust: Taste the sauce, adjusting sweetness and acidity as needed before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 20gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin C: 10mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container. Keeps fresh for up to 2 weeks in the fridge and can be frozen for up to 6 months.

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