A luscious, chunky peach sauce that's perfect for drizzling over vanilla ice cream, pancakes, or cheesecake. Made with fresh or frozen peaches, this quick topping captures summer's sweetness.
10 min prep
15 min cook
8 servings
90 kcal/serving
Ingredients
4 cups fresh or frozen sliced peaches (about 4-5 peaches)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water (slurry)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine peaches, sugar, lemon juice, and cinnamon. Let sit for 5 minutes to release juices.
Bring mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Cook for 5 minutes until peaches soften.
Stir in vanilla extract and cornstarch slurry. Continue simmering for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
Remove from heat and let cool slightly. For a smoother topping, mash some peaches with a fork.
Transfer to a jar or bowl and refrigerate until ready to serve. Serve warm or cold over ice cream.
Tips
Adjust sugar based on sweetness of peaches.
Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
For a smoother texture, blend half the topping before serving.