Peach Ice Cream Pops are the ultimate frozen treat—a creamy ice cream filling surrounded by a sweet, peach-flavored coating. This refreshing and indulgent dessert combines the fruity freshness of peaches with a smooth, creamy ice cream base. Perfect for summer parties or simply cooling off on a hot day, these Peach Ice Cream Pops are a must-try!
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Why You’ll Love Peach Ice Cream Pops
- Peach perfection: The combination of sweet, juicy peaches and creamy ice cream is irresistible. The delicate peach coating enhances the overall flavor, making each bite a refreshing experience.
- A frozen treat for any occasion: These Peach Ice Cream Pops are perfect for summer BBQs, pool parties, or as a sweet treat after a long day.
- Customizable: You can play around with the peach coating, adding a touch of food coloring or tweaking the flavor balance to your liking.
- Cool and creamy: With a smooth, creamy center and a sweet peach exterior, these popsicles provide the perfect balance of texture and flavor.
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Peach-Flavored Coating
- Fresh peaches (pureed) – 2 cups
- Water – 1/4 cup
- Sugar (or a sugar substitute) – 1/2 cup
- Lemon juice – 1 tbsp
- Gelatin or a plant-based alternative (optional) – 1 tbsp
- Food coloring (pink or peach) – optional
For the Creamy Ice Cream Filling
- Heavy cream – 1 cup
- Whole milk – 1 cup
- Sugar – 3/4 cup
- Vanilla extract – 1 tsp
- Cream cheese (or cornstarch) – 4 oz
How to Make Peach Ice Cream Pops
Step 1: Make the Peach Coating Base
- Combine the pureed peaches, water, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan. Heat until the sugar is fully dissolved.
- If using gelatin, hydrate it according to the package directions and add to the peach mixture.
- Once everything is dissolved, blend until smooth. If you want a more vibrant color, add food coloring to the peach mixture.
- Let the peach coating cool slightly while you prepare the ice cream filling.
Step 2: Make the Creamy Ice Cream Base
- In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream, milk, and sugar until the sugar is dissolved.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the vanilla extract and cream cheese (or cornstarch). Gradually add some of the hot cream mixture to temper, then combine it with the rest of the hot cream.
- Allow the ice cream base to cool in the fridge for at least 1-2 hours.
Step 3: Assemble the Pops
- Pour the cooled peach mixture into popsicle molds to create a peach “shell.” Make sure the coating is thick enough to hold the filling.
- Freeze the molds with just the peach coating until it’s mostly firm (about 2-3 hours).
- Once the peach coating is firm, fill the molds with the chilled ice cream base and insert popsicle sticks.
- Freeze the popsicles for at least 4-6 hours, or preferably overnight, until solid.
Step 4: Unmold and Serve
- To remove the popsicles, dip the molds briefly in warm water. Gently pull on the sticks to release the popsicles.
- Serve and enjoy!
Expert Tips for Success
- Molds: Finding molds that create a peach shape can be tricky. Search online for “peach popsicle molds” or “peach ice cream molds.” Silicone molds tend to be the easiest to unmold.
- Texture: The peach coating should have a slightly fudgy texture, almost like a fudgsicle. To achieve this, using gelatin or a stabilizer is key.
- Flavor balance: Taste the peach mixture and ice cream base before assembling the pops. Adjust the sweetness or lemon juice to ensure a balance of flavors that suit your taste.
- Customization: You can experiment with adding other flavors or extracts to the ice cream base, like almond or cinnamon, for an extra twist.
FAQs
Can I make Peach Ice Cream Pops without gelatin?
Yes, you can skip the gelatin if you prefer. It helps with texture, but the popsicles will still be delicious without it.
Can I use frozen peaches?
Fresh peaches give the best flavor, but you can use frozen peaches as long as they are thawed and pureed before use.
Can I use a different flavor for the filling?
Absolutely! You can swap the vanilla ice cream base with other flavors like honey or coconut for a tropical twist.
How long will these popsicles last in the freezer?
These popsicles will stay fresh in the freezer for up to 2 weeks, though they’re best when enjoyed within a few days.
Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes, these Peach Ice Cream Pops are perfect for making ahead. Just store them in the freezer and enjoy whenever you like!
Peach Ice Cream Pops
Peach Ice Cream Pops are a refreshing frozen treat featuring a creamy ice cream filling encased in a sweet peach-flavored coating. Perfect for hot summer days, these pops combine the freshness of peaches with a smooth, creamy center for the ultimate indulgence.
Ingredients
For the Peach Coating:
- 2 cups fresh peaches pureed
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 cup sugar or substitute
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp gelatin optional
- Food coloring optional
For the Ice Cream Filling:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 oz cream cheese or cornstarch
Instructions
- Make the Peach Coating: Puree fresh peaches and combine them with water, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan. Heat until the sugar dissolves. If using gelatin, hydrate it and add to the peach mixture. Let the mixture cool for 10-15 minutes, and add food coloring if desired.
- Make the Ice Cream Base: In a saucepan, combine heavy cream, milk, and sugar. Heat until the sugar dissolves. In a separate bowl, whisk together vanilla extract and cream cheese, then blend with the hot cream mixture. Let it cool in the fridge.
- Assemble the Pops: Pour some of the peach mixture into popsicle molds to create the outer shell. Freeze until firm, then add the ice cream base and insert sticks. Freeze for 4-6 hours or overnight.
- Serve: Dip the molds in warm water to release the popsicles and serve!