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Texas summers always leave me craving something cold and sweet! I don’t know if it’s the hotter-than-hell temperatures or the fact that I just love desserts. Either way, this time of year if it’s not a frozen dessert, I don’t want it. We’ve been experiencing a heat wave in Texas the last few weeks and things are hot, even by our standards. To put things in perspective, it’s been so hot recently that the “cold front” we had last week was “only” 100 degrees Fahrenheit (37 degrees Celsius). Trust me when I say, we were relieved to have the break!
Last summer I purchased a Nutri Ninja Blender with money I’d won in a fitness competition at work. At the time I thought it would only be used for smoothies, but I had no idea how awesome this thing was! I may have to do a post sometime in the future with all the things you can make with this blender! For now, we’ll start with fresh homemade sorbet.
Homemade sorbet done right tastes exactly like the store bought stuff without all of the additives. What I love most are the simple ingredients. In most cases all you need is a fruit, a sweetener, and water. It’s a super easy to make and a refreshing way to sweeten your day without all the added calories and high sugar content that ice creams and other frozen desserts have. Plus, there is just something so rewarding about making your own desserts.
In this recipe, I added a little bit of organic honey to round out the flavor, but if you let the peaches ripen a few extra days, you can avoid the added sweetner all together. Although, at only 53 calories per serving you might as well enjoy it all!
What You’ll Need
Ingredients:
- 6 ripe peaches, peeled and sliced
- 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
- Juice of ½ a lemon
- 1 cup cold water
Tips:
- Choose ripe peaches: The riper they are, the sweeter your sorbet will be. Freestone peaches work best for easy pitting.
- Can’t find fresh peaches? Frozen peaches can be used in a pinch—just skip the freezing step.
- Vegan swap: Use maple syrup or agave in place of honey to make this recipe fully plant-based.
How to Make Homemade Peach Sorbet
This recipe is seriously simple. You don’t even need an ice cream maker!
Step-by-Step:
- Freeze your peaches: Peel, pit, and slice your peaches. Lay them flat on a baking sheet and freeze until solid—about 2–3 hours.
- Blend it all together: Add the frozen peaches, honey, lemon juice, and water to a high-speed blender or food processor. Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Serve or freeze: Enjoy it right away for soft-serve-style sorbet, or transfer it to a container and freeze for 1–2 hours for a firmer scoop.
Variations
Want to make it your own? Try one of these flavor twists:
- Mint Peach Sorbet: Add a few fresh mint leaves before blending for a cool herbal note.
- Spiced Peach: Add a pinch of ground ginger or cinnamon.
- Tropical Vibes: Blend in some frozen mango or pineapple for extra fruity flavor.
FAQs
Can I use canned peaches?
Fresh or frozen is best for flavor and texture, but you can use canned—just make sure they’re packed in juice, not syrup, and drain them well.
Do I need an ice cream maker?
Nope! A blender or food processor is all you need.
Can I make it sweeter?
Yes—taste after blending and add a little more honey or maple syrup if needed.
How to Store (or Make Ahead)
- Make Ahead: You can make the sorbet and store it in an airtight container up to 2 weeks in advance.
- Storage Tips: Store in a shallow, freezer-safe container. Cover with parchment or plastic wrap to prevent ice crystals.
- Serving Tip: Let sit at room temp for 5–10 minutes before scooping for the best texture.
What to Serve with Homemade Peach Sorbet
Pair this refreshing sorbet with:
- A handful of fresh berries
- Crushed almonds or granola for crunch
- A drizzle of coconut cream
- Shortbread cookies or graham crackers on the side
Other Healthy Dessert Recipes to Try:
This recipe is seriously delicious! Sorbet has quickly become one of my favorite desserts. It’s low calorie and incredibly versatile as well. You can create your own unique flavors by using fresh fruits like kiwi, strawberries, or bananas and adding extras like cocao nibs or even chunks fresh fruits for a nice texture change. Try using coconut water instead of plain water or try your favorite yogurt for added protein. The possibilities are endless!
I challenge you to create your own delicious recipe and share it in the comments below. I hope you’re staying cool wherever you are in the world!
Homemade Peach Sorbet
Ingredients
- 6 medium peaches
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/2 lemon
- 1 1/2 c water
Instructions
Prep
- Peel peaches and remove pit
Make
- Place peeled peaches in a bowl and store in freezer until frozen. Overnight for best results.
- In a high speed blender combine frozen peaches, honey, water, and the juice from half a lemon
- Blend until smooth.
- Eat immediately for soft serve consistency or store in freezer, up to an hour, for more of a firm texture.
This Post Has 21 Comments
I love sorbets! My favourite that I have tried is blood orange flavour, I bet peach sorbet tastes great!
Oh blood orange? That sounds delightful. Maybe I can give that one a try next time.
I love peach flavored anything! Here in Colorado we get Palisade Peaches, which I swear are the best you’ll ever taste!
oh, I wonder if we can get those here in Texas? I’ll have to see!
I think this is above my skill level, bur daaaayyyuuuuuum this looks fresh and tasty! You are a sorbet queen! Envious of your Texas summer when you have this peachy friend to hang out with!
LOL!!! I would rate this one as skill level: Beginner. If you can make a margarita, you can tackle this one 😉
I love sorbets and anything really that helps cool you down on terribly hot days. I have never tried making a sorbet at home before though and this recipe really does seem quite easy to follow – plus the finished result certainly looks tasty. Love that it’s low calorie as well.
Yes, low calorie desserts are best kind. Indulgent and healthy!
Wow! This looks so good <3 My mouth is legit watering haha
Oh my god! That looks so good – what a great recipe yum!
I have never tried to make peach sorbets, most of the time we made coconut sorbets but peach sorbets looks so delicious and easy to make recipe. I will definitely try to make this on weekends.
oh coconut sorbet sounds delicious too. I bet a coconut/peach sorbet might taste good as well. You have just given me a great idea!
My mother-in-law has been looking for a peach ice cream, it was something she had when she was a little girl. I’m going to try to make this for her and see if she likes it!
Oh my goodness, I absolutely love peaches and this dessert can be enjoyed without the guilty feeling of traditional ice cream. Thank you, now I can enjoy sorbet with my kiddos.
The peach sounds great, I have a Vitamix and do this with pineapple or avocado/chocolate, YUM!
I hear the Vitamix is also a fantastic blender. When I was shopping for my Nutri Ninja I was also looking at a vitamix but it was slightly out of my price range.
I love sorbet but never make one myself. It doenst look that hard to complete and the ingredient are just simple. Great for summer and my family would love it no doubt about it.
Looks tempting..
Thank you
oh that looks super yummy. I will definitely have to try to make this!! Thanks!
Ooh I love sorbet so this looks incredible! It seems really easy and quite quick to make too and the calorie content is ideal too.
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