Peaches and Cream Dessert

This Peaches and Cream Dessert is a straightforward healthy and novel idea to keep you cool this summer. Freezing and grating frozen fruits is one of the best viral hacks we've seen lately. (Thanks to Frankie Gaw, @littlefatboyfrankie, who started the “shaved ice” trend online!). Fruit-based shaved ice has been a cultural staple of many countries, including Japan, Mexico, and the Philippines, to name a few. If you make a version of a shaved ice fruit dessert in your culture, please share in the comments!

What stands out

Our version of the viral Peaches and Cream Dessert is a fun twist on the classic combo. It’s such a silky, creamy and fruity dessert idea, and of course healthy as well! Sometimes we also like to add in a scoop of protein powder to amp up the health benefits. After freezing the peach and grating it, you’ll get the freshest peach “shaved ice” you’ve ever tasted. It’s cold fluffy and so perfectly peachy!

How to Prepare

Place a peach in a sandwich bag and freeze it for at least a few hours or overnight, until completely frozen.

When ready to make your dish, allow the peach to thaw for a minute or two.

Now, add the yogurt to a bowl and stir in vanilla and a drizzle of honey.

Using a zester or microplane grater, grate the frozen peach on top of the yogurt.

Drizzle on some extra honey and enjoy!

Kitchen tip

This dessert is meant to be enjoyed right away as the frozen peaches will melt into the yogurt.

Swaps

1. Use any plain yogurt you love in this Peaches and Cream dessert recipe.
2. You can also add a bit of protein powder (we recommend vanilla), and stir it into the yogurt.
3. Most fruit will work here, such as strawberries, pineapple, or mango! With pineapple, trim off the peel and cut the fruit into large chunks, then freeze, and grate.
4. Additional toppings, such as granola nuts, seeds, and nut butters are all optional and with this Peaches and Cream dessert recipe.
5. Serve this as a dessert for guests in a glass ice cream cup, with a fresh mint leaf on top.

Serve it with

• Serve this Peaches and Cream dessert with a scoop of your favorite granola.
• For a simple dessert, serve this with a light slice of a plain angel food cake or simple pound cake.
• Serve this as part of a brunch along with our Healthy Lemon Ricotta PancakesHomemade Breakfast Sausage Recipe and a side of scrambled eggs.

Questions

can i make this recipe using another fruit?

Yes, most fruit will work here, such as strawberries, pineapple, or mango! With pineapple, trim off the peel and cut the fruit into large chunks, then freeze, and grate.

can i make this peaches and cream dessert dairy-free?

Feel free to use any variety of yogurt you love, dairy or non-dairy.

can we make this peaches and cream dessert ahead?

No, this dessert is meant to be enjoyed right away because the frozen peaches will start to quickly melt into the yogurt once it hits room temperature.

strong Can we use flavored yogurt instead of plain yogurt?

Yes, you can use flavored yogurt. However, adjust the amount of honey accordingly since flavored yogurts are usually sweetened.

Ingredients

Makes 1 servings

• 1 whole peach
• 1 cup plain yogurt, any variety
• 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste, or vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon honey, plus more for drizzling

Equipment

• Zester
• Measuring Cups + Spoons

Method

1. Place the peach in a sandwich bag and freeze it for at least a few hours or overnight, until solidly frozen.
2. Add the yogurt to a bowl and mix in the vanilla and honey.
3. When ready to prepare the dish, let the peach thaw for a few minute or two.
4. Using a zester or microplane grater, grate the frozen peach on top of the yogurt. This will take a few minutes and your hands may get cold. Have patience!
5. Drizzle on some extra honey and enjoy! You can also add nuts/seeds/granola or any other toppings of choice.