The 25 Best Peach Recipes to Make All Summer Long

Frozen, fresh or canned, peaches are always packed with sweetness.

February 03, 2023

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Our Best Ideas for Peaches

Whether you use them in desserts or savory dishes, peaches are a fantastic way to add fresh, fruity flavor and juicy, mouthwatering texture in every bite. From summer salads to homemade peach cobbler, peaches are a versatile fruit that can punch up every recipe, including cocktails. If you’re not a fan of their fuzzy skin you can either peel them or substitute nectarines—peaches and nectarines can be used interchangeably in many recipes. Whatever you choose, these recipes will help you make the most your summer bounty, starting with this simple salad that puts the beloved fruit on full display. The sweet flavor of the peaches is complemented by the savory red onion. Fresh basil and mint add extra depth of flavor, and crunchy candied nuts add texture. Top with a simple honey Dijon vinaigrette and serve.

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Peach Cobbler Pound Cake

Peach cobbler is a summertime essential, but this recipe takes the classic pie and transforms it into an ultra-rich and crumbly pound cake. It’s perfect for feeding a crowd, so whip it up before your next summer party. Serve it in slices topped with more fresh peaches and a dollop of brown sugar-whipped cream.

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Peach Salsa

This fruity dip is a fun spin on the traditional tomato salsa recipe. Red onions, jalapeño and chili powder add a strong kick of flavor, while lime juice adds the perfect amount of acidity.

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Peach Caprese Salad

If you’re looking for a fun way to punch up the traditional caprese salad, peaches are an easy option! The juicy stone fruit lends itself to the sweetness in the balsamic vinegar, making for a refreshing and super simple side dish.

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Peach Cobbler

Frozen peaches mean this peach cobbler recipe is quick, easy and approachable. Simply combine the ingredients in a big baking dish, then bake until golden and bubbly. Vanilla ice cream makes the perfect topping for the sweet, fruity treat.

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Summer Peach

If you’re looking for a fun way to punch up a boring glass of white wine, turn to peach nectar! This fun wine cocktail is a great way to infuse a glass of sauvignon blanc with the flavors of summer. Garnish with thyme for extra flavor.

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Grilled Chicken Breasts with Spicy Peach Glaze

Peaches are sweet and juicy, so they make a great addition to savory sauces poured over grilled meats. In this recipe, peach preserves cook down with olive oil, soy sauce, mustard, garlic and jalapeño to create a thick, sweet and tangy glaze. Serve over grilled chicken with grilled fresh peaches.

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Peach Jam

This fantastically-flavorful peach jam recipe needs just five ingredients and 35 minutes to prepare. Sugar, lemon juice, vanilla extract, cloves and peaches are key to making the sweet, tangy spread. Remember to discard the cloves before serving.

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Peach Cobbler

When you have fresh peaches on hand, there’s no better way to use them than to bake them into a cobbler. Ready in just over an hour, this recipe is simple to throw together and feeds a crowd. Make sure to serve it with ice cream or whipped cream for extra sweetness.

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Creamy Peach Salad

In this creamy salad recipe, buttermilk and sour cream add a savory bite to sweet, juicy peaches. It’s the perfect dish to serve at a summer barbecue because it’s simple and sweet. Top with chopped iceberg lettuce and crispy bacon for extra crunch.

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Peach Martini

This fun, flavorful cocktail can be ready in just two minutes, thanks to peach schnapps and bottled peach nectar. Simply combine the peach ingredients with vanilla vodka and lime juice then shake and pour over ice. Serve with sliced peaches as a garnish.

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Easy Peach Cobbler

Peach cobbler might sound like an intimidating recipe to master, but this simple recipe takes the traditional dessert and makes quicker and easier. Canned peaches are the secret shortcut to making this one-pan dessert. Top it with homemade whipped cream and serve by the scoop.

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Peach Caprese Salad with Balsamic Cherries

Balsamic cherries are the perfect topping for the sweet, rich peach and mozzarella salad. The marinated cherries are equally sweet and acidic, which adds a flavorful kick to the simple salad. Top with fresh basil for a bit of color.

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Bourbon Peach Smash

Fresh peaches are key to cooling down any cocktail`, and they pair particularly well with the sweet notes of bourbon. Mint adds freshness, and ginger adds a deep, complex flavor profile. Serve over ice for a refreshing summer cocktail.

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Peach Cobbler Granola

Granola is the perfect snack to make at home because you can make big batches and munch on it throughout the week. This version gets extra fruity flavor from peach preserves, and the chopped dry peaches add a chewy texture to every bite. Sprinkle it over yogurt, add it to cereal, or devour it by the handful.

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Upside-Down Peach Cornbread Cake

For an impressive, hearty dessert that’s the perfect pairing for a big plate of barbecue, try this upside down cornbread cake. Ready in under two hours, this sweet and savory dish is easy to whip up and even easier to devour. The recipe calls for fresh peaches, but frozen peaches are an easy swap when you’re in a pinch.

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Peach Shortcakes

When you tire of traditional peach cobbler, look to this recipe to mix things up. First marinate the peaches in orange liqueur, orange zest, sugar and basil, then whip up the biscuits. Assemble the shortcakes into towering piles and top with freshly-made whipped cream.

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Dump Cakes

This quick, easy dump cake recipe is perfect for serving a crowd on short notice. All you need is a can of peaches, a box of white cake mix, butter and whipped cream. Pour the peaches into a baking dish, then prepare the cake mix according to the package instructions and crumble over the peaches. Distribute slices of butter over the cake mixture, then bake until brown and bubbly. Serve with extra whipped cream.

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Peach Cobbler Cupcakes

These cute cupcakes are a fun way to make peach cobbler more portable. The mini cakes combine two different textures—juicy, sticky peaches and crunchy, crumbly topping. Serve them with whipped cream or vanilla frosting for extra sweetness.

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Peach Crisp

These individual peach crisps are a fun and impressive dessert to serve at your next dinner party. Assemble the filling and the crust separately, then pile them into individual ramekins. Serve with vanilla ice cream.

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Peach Chutney

When peaches are in season, they’re abundant and plentiful. When you have too many to eat, try turning them into a chutney that you can save and use later. This recipe is super versatile, so the chutney tastes just as good over sourdough toast as it does over grilled meats.

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Peach Cobbler

This easy peach cobbler recipe is the perfect way to serve a crowd. It yields 12 servings, which means it’s an easy, straightforward dessert to whip up for your next barbecue or summer party. Serve it with freshly-whipped cream or ice cream.

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Peach Pie

Peaches are sweet and juicy, and any peach cobbler fan knows that they make the perfect stuffing for peach pie. This recipe takes the sweet stone fruit and puts them on full display. Top with sweet vanilla ice cream or freshly-whipped cream for a perfect summer dessert.

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Peach Bellini

Brunch is the perfect time for breakfast cocktails, and for the guests who don’t like mimosas, try serving peach Bellinis! The super simple cocktail swaps out the orange juice in a mimosa and replaces it with ripe or frozen peach puree. Garnish with sliced fresh peaches.

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Blueberry-Peach Buckle

This retro-style dessert deserves a comeback. The single-layer cake is dotted with fresh blueberries and peach chunks, giving it the “buckled” look its named for. Ready in less than two hours, this easy cake is a delicious treat to serve any night of the week.

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