Peach Gelato

Oct 3, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Dessert Ice cream frozen desserts Vanilla: Beans Medium

A generous swirl of peach gelato in a small glass cup with a flat gelato spade

A smooth and creamy peach gelato bursting with fresh ripe peaches and a hint of vanilla. Perfectly balanced sweetness and a silky texture, churned to creamy perfection.

Prep 20 min

Cook 15 min

Cooling 2 hr

Total 2 hr 35 min

Servings 8

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Ingredients

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2.0 cups (480.0 ml)whole milk
1.0 cup (240.0 ml)heavy cream
⅔ cup (134.0 g)granulated sugar
2.0 tbsp (15.0 g)skim milk powder
⅛ tsp (0.75 g)fine salt
3.0 cups (450.0 g)fresh ripe peaches, peeled and chopped
1.0vanilla bean, split and scraped

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Instructions

Combine whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, skim milk powder, and fine salt in a medium saucepan. Add the seeds scraped from the vanilla bean along with the pod.
Heat the mixture over medium heat until the sugar and powders dissolve completely and the mixture reaches 170°F (77°C), stirring occasionally. Do not boil.
Remove from heat and allow the mixture to steep with the vanilla bean pod for 15 minutes to infuse flavor.
While the base is steeping, puree the peeled and chopped peaches in a blender or food processor until smooth.
Discard the vanilla pod from the milk mixture and stir in the peach puree until fully incorporated.
Chill the mixture thoroughly in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to ensure it is very cold before churning.
Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer’s instructions, about 30-45 minutes, until soft and creamy.
Transfer the gelato to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2 hours to firm up before serving.

Tips

Use fully ripe peaches for the best natural sweetness and intense flavor in your gelato.
Steeping the vanilla bean in the milk mixture enhances the depth of vanilla flavor without overpowering the peaches.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make peach gelato?

Plan on 20 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking, plus 2 hours to chill. The recipe makes about 1 quart (8 servings).

How should I store peach gelato?

Store gelato in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 1 week. Let it soften slightly at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before scooping.

Can I make peach gelato ahead?

The gelato base and peach puree can be prepared and refrigerated up to 24 hours before churning.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped. Each teaspoon of pure vanilla extract can be swapped for 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, the seeds of half a vanilla bean, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder. Paste and seeds add the classic dark specks.

A smooth and creamy peach gelato bursting with fresh ripe peaches and a hint of vanilla. Perfectly balanced sweetness and a silky texture, churned to creamy perfection.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 8 servings this recipe makes.

227 Calories / serving

12.9g Fat

26.0g Carbs

3.3g Protein

25.6g Sugar

Whole recipe (8 servings): ~1816 cal · 103g fat · 208g carbs · 26g protein · 205g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 227 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

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