17 Juicy Peach Recipes That Taste Like Pure Summer

There’s something about biting into a perfectly ripe, fuzzy peach that just feels like sunshine. Sweet with a tang, and unbelievably versatile, peaches are the summer fruit MVPs. Whether you want something fresh and healthy or something rich and indulgent, these 17 peach recipes cover every base.

I’ve made every one of them in my kitchen-some more than once-and I can say these are the types of dishes people ask for the recipe after one bite.

1. Fresh Peach Salad with Feta and Basil

It’s light, refreshing, and comes together in minutes.

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe peaches, sliced
• 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/3 cup crumbled feta
• A handful of fresh basil
• Olive oil & balsamic vinegar

Steps:

1. Toss peaches, onion, feta, and basil in a bowl.
2. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic.
3. Add salt and pepper to taste. Done.

2. Grilled Peaches with Cinnamon Sugar

Like peach pie without the crust.

Ingredients:

• 3 peaches, halved and pitted
• 2 tbsp melted butter
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon

Steps:

1. Brush peach halves with butter.
2. Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
3. Grill cut side down for 3–4 minutes until caramelized.

3. Peach Cobbler

It is Sunday afternoon comfort food at its best.

Ingredients:

• 5 peaches, peeled and sliced
• 1 cup sugar (divided)
• 1 cup flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• 3/4 cup milk

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Toss the peaches with 1/2 cup of sugar and layer them in a baking dish.
3. Mix batter with flour, remaining sugar, milk, and baking powder.
4. Pour the batter over the peaches and drizzle with butter.
5. Bake 45–50 mins.

4. Peach Smoothie

Tastes like a creamsicle, but it’s a healthy alternative.

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe peaches, pitted
• 1 banana
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cup almond milk
• 1/2 tsp vanilla

Steps:

1. Blend everything until smooth.
2. Add ice for extra chill, if desired.

5. Peach Salsa

Sweet, spicy, and perfect with chips or grilled chicken.

Ingredients:

• 2 peaches, diced
• 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
• 1/4 cup red onion, chopped
• 1 jalapeño, minced
• Juice of 1 lime
• Handful cilantro

Steps:

1. Mix everything in a bowl.
2. Chill for 15 minutes before serving.

6. Peach Overnight Oats

Meal prep with zero stress.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup oats
• 1/2 cup milk of choice
• 1/4 cup diced peaches
• 1 tbsp chia seeds
• 1 tsp honey or maple syrup

Steps:

1. Stir all ingredients in a jar.
2. Refrigerate overnight.
3. Add more peach slices in the morning.

7. Peach Ice Cream (No Churn)

Creamy, dreamy, and you don’t need an ice cream maker.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups peeled & chopped peaches
• 1 can sweetened condensed milk
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 tsp vanilla

Steps:

1. Puree peaches.
2. Whip cream to stiff peaks.
3. Fold in peaches, condensed milk, and vanilla.
4. Freeze for at least 6 hours.

8. Peach Iced Tea

A southern classic with a fruity twist.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups water
• 2 black tea bags
• 2 peaches, sliced
• 1/4 cup sugar (optional)
• Ice & mint

Steps:

1. Steep tea bags in hot water, then chill.
2. Muddle the peaches with sugar and mix them into the tea.
3. Strain, serve over ice with mint.

9. Peach Galette

Rustic, buttery, and super forgiving.

Ingredients:

• 1 pie crust
• 3 peaches, sliced
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 1 tbsp flour
• 1 egg (for egg wash)

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Toss peaches with sugar and flour.
3. Place in the the center of the the pie crust, and fold the the edges.
4. Brush crust with egg wash.
5. Bake 35–40 mins.

10. Peach Caprese Skewers

Party-friendly and bursting with flavor.

Ingredients:

• 2 peaches, cubed
• Fresh mozzarella balls
• Basil leaves
• Balsamic glaze

Steps:

1. Skewer peach, mozzarella, and basil.
2. Drizzle with balsamic glaze.

11. Peach Muffins

Sweet, soft, and packed with fruit.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups flour
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup oil
• 1 cup diced peaches

Steps:

1. Mix the dry and wet ingredients separately, then combine them.
2. Fold in peaches.
3. Scoop into a muffin tin and bake at 375°F for 20–22 mins.

12. Peach BBQ Sauce

Sweet and smoky—killer on ribs or tofu.

Ingredients:

• 2 peaches, chopped
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tbsp vinegar
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• Pinch of chili flakes

Steps:

1. Simmer all ingredients for 15 minutes.
2. Blend until smooth.
3. Store in a jar in the fridge.

13. Peach Popsicles

These beat anything store-bought.

Ingredients:

• 2 peaches, pureed
• 1/2 cup coconut milk
• 1 tbsp honey

Steps:

1. Blend everything.
2. Pour into popsicle molds.
3. Freeze overnight.

14. Peach and Burrata Salad

Fancy without trying too hard.

Ingredients:

• 2 peaches, sliced
• 1 ball burrata
• Arugula
• Balsamic glaze
• Olive oil

Steps:

1. Toss the arugula with oil and plate it with peaches.
2. Tear burrata and place on top.
3. Drizzle with balsamic glaze.

15. Peach Chia Jam

Small batch, no canning needed.

Ingredients:

• 2 peaches, diced
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp chia seeds

Steps:

1. Simmer peaches with honey and lemon.
2. Mash, stir in chia.
3. Cool and refrigerate.

16. Peach and Ricotta Toast

The grown-up version of peanut butter & jelly.

Ingredients:

• Toasted sourdough
• 1/4 cup ricotta cheese
• Sliced peaches
• Honey drizzle
• Mint or thyme (optional)

Steps:

1. Spread ricotta on warm toast.
2. Add peach slices.
3. Drizzle with honey, garnish with herbs.

17. Peach Chicken Stir-Fry

Sweet meets savory in the best way.

Ingredients:

• 2 chicken breasts, sliced
• 2 peaches, sliced
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp ginger
• Oil for cooking

Steps:

1. Sauté chicken in oil until cooked.
2. Add peaches, soy, honey, and ginger.
3. Cook three for more minutes, or until the peaches are soft.

Peaches aren’t just for pie (though that’s not a bad place to start). From healthy breakfasts to grill-side showstoppers, these recipes make the most of peach season without making life complicated.

Want to turn this into a peach vs. nectarine showdown or add some peach cocktails to the list? Let me know—I’ve got plenty more like that.