Peach Melba

Indulge in the timeless elegance of Peach Melba, a classic dessert that combines the natural sweetness of poached peaches with the tangy vibrance of homemade raspberry sauce. This easy yet sophisticated recipe celebrates fresh, seasonal ingredients, featuring juicy peaches gently poached in a vanilla-infused syrup and paired with creamy vanilla ice cream. The dish is elevated by a silky, seedless raspberry coulis that offers a tart contrast to the dessert's richness. With just 20 minutes of prep and a few simple steps, Peach Melba is perfect for entertaining or treating yourself to a refreshing treat. Garnished with optional mint leaves, it’s a stunning dessert that’s as visually appealing as it is delicious. Perfect for summer gatherings, this dessert is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 whole Fresh peaches
• 750 ml Water
• 200 g Granulated sugar
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract
• 200 g Fresh raspberries
• 50 g Powdered sugar
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice
• 500 ml Vanilla ice cream
• 4 leaves Mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Score a small 'X' at the bottom of each peach with a sharp knife.

Step 2

Blanch the peaches in boiling water for 1 minute, then immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.

Step 3

Once cool, peel the peaches and cut them in half to remove the pits. Set the peach halves aside.

Step 4

In a saucepan, combine 750 ml of water, the granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Heat gently, stirring until the sugar dissolves to create a poaching liquid.

Step 5

Add the peach halves to the poaching liquid and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the peaches are tender but still hold their shape. Remove the peaches with a slotted spoon and allow them to cool.

Step 6

To make the raspberry sauce, combine the fresh raspberries, powdered sugar, and lemon juice in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth.

Step 7

Strain the raspberry sauce through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds. Set aside.

Step 8

To assemble the dish, place two peach halves in each serving bowl or plate. Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream next to the peaches.

Step 9

Drizzle the raspberry sauce generously over the peaches and ice cream.

Step 10

Garnish with a mint leaf (optional) and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2068.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1783.8

Total Fat 25.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 99.3mg	0%
Sodium 201.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 392.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.2g	0%
Total Sugars 356.3g
Protein 15.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 412.9mg	0%
Iron 3.2mg	0%
Potassium 1925.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 12.4%

Protein: 3.3%

Carbs: 84.3%