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Peach Sherbet – a creamy, delicious, velvety smooth fresh peach dessert – made with only two ingredients right in your blender!
Two ingredients … that’s it … and no need for an ice cream maker – seriously! This super simple Peach Sherbet is made in a blender. Serve immediately as soft-serve or freeze for an ice cream like consistency. It’s as smooth as velvet and tastes like peach cobbler. It’s dreamy and creamy and unbelievably delicious. The key to making it spectacular is using super ripe, juicy, fresh fragrant peaches.
Tips for picking the best peaches:
- Select peaches that are firm with no shriveled skin;
- The peaches should be very fragrant;
- The fruit should be slightly soft when gently squeezed;
- Check for bruises and avoid damaged fruit;
- Color is a good indicator of great fruit, pick those with deep, rich hues;
- Large peaches have the most sugar, select medium to large peaches;
- Buy local if you can. These peaches have spent less time traveling and more time on the tree to ripen!
Sherbert, Sherbet or Sorbet?
I’m familiar with the terms sherbert and sorbet, but I never knew there was also sherbet. After researching the subject I found most agree sherbert and sherbet are the same thing, thus the terms are interchangeable. Sherbet is just an alternate spelling of sherbert. But I also found other definitions and descriptions:
Sherbert – a frozen dessert made of fruit juice and sugar, but also containing milk or gelatin.Sherbet – an American term for a frozen dessert like sorbet, but containing a small amount of milkfat, generally 1-3%. Anything more (above 3%) is considered ice cream (source).(Sounds like sherbert to me!)Sorbet – refers to a frozen dessert made from sweetened water with flavoring (typically fruit juice or fruit puree, wine or liqueur), with little or no dairy. (source)Call it sherbert or sherbet – either way it’s still a wonderful fruity dessert, perfect on a hot summer day!
No kidding – just two ingredients – frozen sliced peaches and sweetened condensed milk.
That’s it! Peel fresh ripe peaches over a bowl or large baking sheet lined with wax paper. Slice the peaches and flash freeze the pieces along with any juice that has accumulated. If freezing the peaches for longer than 4 hours, be sure to put them in a freezer bag or sealed container to prevent freezer burn. To make the sherbet place the frozen peaches in a heavy duty blender and add the sweetened condensed milk.
Sweetened condensed milk adds just the right amount of sugar and milk to create a super creamy consistency.
We have a Ninja Blender that is worth every single penny we paid for it. We’ve blown through a new blender about once every two years … until we bought this one. It has a small blade that fits on single serve cups too – great for morning breakfast smoothies! Mix, drink and go in one cup.
After just a a few minutes in the blender, we have Peach Sherbet!
Serve immediately or freeze for later. It’s wonderful both ways. Also love my new insulated 1.5 quart ice cream storage container! No freezer burn – yeah 🙂
We are smitten with this delicious concoction.
It’s not overly sweet and the peach flavor is front and center. I can’t image how incredible this would be on top of a peach crisp or cobbler. My husband already started asking me about making this sherbet with other fruits. I was thinking apricots may be wonderful too. Blueberries? Strawberries? The possibilities are endless!
I don’t care what we call it – sherbet or sherbert – It’s peach velvet to me.
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Peach Sherbet
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Course: Dessert
Peach velvet - smooth, sweet and creamy - made with only two ingredients!
Ingredients
- 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 5-6 large to medium ripe peaches
Instructions
- Peel fresh peaches over a parchment paper lined baking sheet to catch the juice. Slice the peaches and freeze (and any accumulated juice) in a single layer on the parchment lined baking sheet until frozen, about 4 hours.
- Add the peaches and sweetened condensed milk to a blender and puree until the peaches are the consistency of soft serve ice cream. This can be done in batches if needed.
- Serve immediately or freeze in an airtight container for an ice cream consistency.
Recipe Notes
- Recipe adapted from Martha Stewart
- This recipe is only as good as the peaches used to make it. With only two ingredients, the peach flavor will be best with super ripe, juicy peaches. If using store-bought frozen peaches, be sure they have good flavor for best results.
Nutrition
Calories: 318kcal | Carbohydrates: 76g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 0.3mg | Sodium: 99mg | Potassium: 919mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 63g | Vitamin A: 2448IU | Vitamin C: 31mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 3mg
SRFD recommends:
We’ve been using our easy scoop and store ice cream container for years. The long, slim design means easy scooping and storing every time. The freezer-safe insulated container holds 1.5 quarts and measures 11” long X 4″ Wide X 4” tall. Made with durable, quality materials, BPA-free polypropylene with a silicone lid that prevents leaking and freezer burn. Dishwasher, Freezer & Microwave safe.
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Here are a few more peach recipes you might enjoy:
Fresh Peach Breakfast Cake – an easy to make treat with a rich, moist sour cream batter, sweet crispy top and loads of delicious fresh peaches. Perfect for breakfast, brunch or afternoon tea! Click HERE to get the recipe.
Fresh Peach Pie – made with juicy, ripe peaches and a flaky, buttery pastry crust. Don’t forget the ice cream or a scoop of this peach sherbet! Click HERE to get the recipe.
Peach Hand Pies – made with farm fresh sweet, juicy peaches tucked in a soft, flaky crust and a little drizzle of almond flavored icing. Click HERE to get the recipe.
I try not to be too effusive when writing about recipes because not everybody likes the same foods and we all have different tastes. But trust me on this one, you have to make this sherbet. It is amazing and you’ll feel all peachy and happy inside. I really think you’ll love it as much as we do!
Originally published July 2014, updated July 2019
I hope you have a wonderful week and thanks so much for stopping by! Tricia
Kate
Tried this Peach Sherbet tonight. A keeper! Smooth and creamy and tasty!! I made half the recipe with half a can of sweetened condensed milk and three medium peaches. That made two bowls for dessert and two in the freezer for another night. Two hours was plenty of time to freeze the peaches. I left the skin on the peaches and the sherbet had little dark flecks in it, which was fine. Figured there was no reason to get rid of all that good fiber. Thanks so much!
Tricia Buice
Thanks Kate! It’s just so good and hard to resist with fresh sweet peaches. So glad you gave it a try. Thanks for commenting.
Julia Hensley
Made this morning. Had to stop myself from making it breakfast. I did use more peaches than recipe called for. Just kept tasting it until I was super happy. Two ingredients! Yummy dessert! Easy to make! What isn’t to like. Next time I might mix in frozen blueberries or something. Can’t wait until later when it has been in freezer for a bit. Might have to stop myself from making it lunch.
Tricia Buice
Oh how I can relate Julia! Thanks so much for trying this wonderful treat. Good luck on getting a proper lunch 🙂
Mae
How many cups of peaches do you estimate this would make. I have some mangoes already frozen in two cups amounts. Would I need more than 2 cups.
Tricia Buice
Hi Mae. I would use two of your packages of mangoes, or 4 cups total. I have a no churn mango ice cream recipe you might also like. The biggest difference is that it incorporates cream along with the sweetened condensed milk. Enjoy!
Melanie
Has anyone tried it with fat free sweetened condensed milk? I have a can I want to use up. Wondering how it would freeze.
Tricia Buice
Hi Melanie. I have not but definitely think you should give it a try. I think the fruit will help it freeze beautifully. Let us know how it turns out!
Suze
I made this peach ice cream!!! Was sooo good. But next time, and there WILL be a next time, I will add a little cinnamon. Not a lot, just a little.
Tricia Buice
Love the idea of adding cinnamon Suze. I bet it will be lovely! Thanks for trying the recipe and for taking the time to comment. Bravo!
Agnes
Tried this it was plentiful!, Beautiful texture! Couldn’t (yikes!!) stop eating it ?
Would this work with other ripe fruits..ie..pears, large plums, mangoes??? I’m
Tricia Buice
Hi Agnes. I’ve made this with strawberries and mangoes and loved it. We made the strawberry version all summer. What a treat! Thanks for the feedback!
SB
I’m sorry but this was actually gross. All you could really taste was the condensed milk even after adding more peaches. I don’t recommend.
Tricia Buice
Sorry you didn’t enjoy this peach sherbet. There must be something off about your peaches if you only taste the condensed milk. As mentioned in the post, when working with only two ingredients, the peaches need to be the best, and sweetest you can find.
msSally
If using store bought frozen peaches how do you know how much to use?
Thanks
Tricia Buice
Hi Ms. Sally. According to my blender it reads 9 cups. You don’t want to use that much fresh unfrozen peaches, however. You’ll need about 5 or 6 cups of fresh peaches, before they are frozen. Hope this helps!
Lynn Sorrell
I used canned mandarin oranges put the segments on parchment paper on baking sheet,they froze fast then mixed with cream in ninja tasted like a Orange Dreamcicle. THX for easy way to make something so scrumptious on a day when it is 110 degrees outside!
Tricia Buice
I LOVE this Lynn! Thanks for the inspiration. I adore orange Dreamcicles – so many memories from my childhood. Thanks again 🙂
Jolie
Wow. That was an easy save for an unspired day of cooking. I wanted a quick dessert and this was the highlight of the meal. I sliced fresh peaches an hour before people were due to arrive and panicked when I saw the four hour freeze time. But once they came and we had our meal, they were plenty enough frozen to blend with the sweetened milk (I added honey for the possibly not as sweat peaches). Thanks for sharing!
Tricia Buice
Terrific Jolie! So glad this worked out and everyone enjoyed. Great idea to add honey when the peaches are not very sweet. Bravo for pulling it out 🙂
Denise Van Dusen
The peach Sherbet was delicious. I had trouble getting the frozen peaches to blend at first so I think I will use my food processor next time. So good I will be doing this again. Thanks for the recipe.
Tricia Buice
Thank you Denise! Maybe if you let them thaw just a bit they’ll blend easier. Thanks for the feedback and for trying the recipe 🙂
Jennifer @ Seasons and Suppers
Perfection! Anxiously waiting for local peaches here to give this one a try 🙂
Tricia Buice
It’s such an easy treat, and so delicious. Enjoy!
Liz
I just bought 25 pounds of Georgia peaches this morning so your recipe came at the perfect time. With only two ingredients, it’s a must make!!
Tricia Buice
You’re going to be a busy lady Liz! I could eat peaches with every meal. I know you’ll love this easy recipe. Thanks so much!
John / Kitchen Riffs
This looks terrific! Easy and SO flavorful — winner! 🙂 Really nice recipe — thanks.
Tricia Buice
Thanks John!
sue
I love that you call it peach velvet! It looks like it has an amazing texture, I can’t wait to churn some up, and maybe put a scoop on that amazing peach pie of yours 🙂
Tricia Buice
Thank you so much Sue!
Larissa Goldstein
Wonderful ice cream. I personally didn’t like it freshly blended, tasted too sweet from the condensed milk. But when frozen 8 -12 hours and was the consistency of ice cream- wow, yummy!
Highly recommend?
Tricia Buice
Thanks Larissa! I agree, it’s best frozen into peach velvet!
Nick
Made it for my wife. She doesn’t really like ice cream, but she loved this!! We used peaches from our small tree in the front yard, some were riper than others. I added some peach schnapps to keep it from freezing too hard, and it adds more “peachy ness” to the taste.
Tricia Buice
Thanks Nick! We love this sherbet too. It’s hard to beat fresh peaches and especially from your own tree! Outstanding 🙂 Thanks for trying it and for taking the time to come back and comment. Best wishes 🙂
Brianna
Have you ever tried this with sweetened condensed coconut milk?
Tricia Buice
Hi Brianna. No I have not tried it with the sweetened condensed coconut milk but it sounds terrific! Let us know if you give it a go. Very curious to hear how it turns out.
Amber
Yum! I didn’t have sweetened and condensed milk so did whipping cream and sugar. We ate most of it without freezing. ?. However, I did get some into the freezer to see what the texture will be like. Thanks!
Tricia Buice
Wow – that sounds delicious! Good for you and thanks for the great NEW idea 🙂
Toni
Hmmmm, was just thinking….. you said one could also use store bought frozen fruit, so, that got my brain going haywire, because of the ENDLESS delicious combinations!! I know I have bags of strawberry/banana, mixed berries, & I believe a bag of peach/mango/pineapple, and also a bag of peach/mango/strawberry!! Ooooooh, I am going to have SOOOOOO much fun with this!! LOL Thank you for the inspiration!! ???? My family is gonna have a GREAT summer, which basically started awhile ago here in FAAAABULOUS Las Vegas, NV! ????
cassie norby
Tastes nothing like sorbet, tastes like peach flavored sweetened condensed milk. Was horrible.
Tricia Buice
Hi Cassie – I am so sorry you disliked this recipe. It is actually a sherbet – not sorbet so it is supposed to be more creamy than fruity/icy. Since there are only two ingredients the only thing I can think of is that maybe your peaches were not at their prime? We loved this and could not believe how delicious it was with just two ingredients. All our recipes are tested and shared with taste testers. Everybody loved it especially with how easy it is to make. Again I am so sorry you had a bad experience but hope you will come back again! We strive to please our readers with recipes you can enjoy. I apologize that you gave us a try and had a bad outcome. Thanks again for your feedback.
Carol
Well like my brother-in-law says “that’s why there’s so many different kinds of toilet paper”.
Marilyn R Lewis
I added a teaspoon of cinnamon delicious.
Tricia Buice
That is brilliant Marilyn! Thanks for sharing 🙂
Betty
How many peaches did you use?
Tricia Buice
Hi Betty – I used about 5 or 6 larges peaches. Hope you give it a try – it couldn’t be easier!
Emily
Do you have to peel them?
Tricia Buice
Hi Emily – I peeled them for a smoother sherbet – but if you don’t want to they may blend up a little chunkier – which would be okay too!
Abigail Bryant
My blender cannot handle this recipe… Am I okay to thaw the peaches of will it mess up the texture??
Tricia Buice
Hi Abigail. I think you can use fresh peaches and freeze it until firm and it will taste wonderful. If you want to thaw frozen peaches and blend them semi-soft I think that would work fine too. The frozen peaches work best if you want to eat it immediately like soft serve. Enjoy!
Sandy Parisi
Can’t wait to try this Peach sherbet recipe have a mini farm and still trying to get it all straightened out peaches are just about ready picked my first batch yesterday looks like a great way to use my peaches while at their Peak I’m very excited about it found this recipe after my last season catastrophe anyway thanks for this easy recipe going to make it today
Tricia Buice
Good luck Sandy! So jealous you have your own peach trees. How amazing! Enjoy 🙂
michaelswoodcraft
Looks delicious! and just two ingredients too! I am going to make this and I might even try it with strawberries! I enjoyed visiting your site!<br /><br />check out my blog sometime, recent post; making Vanilla Ice Cream!<br />Michael<br /><br />http://michaelswoodcraft.wordpress.com/2014/07/29/vanilla-ice-cream-2/
Joyce
I made this with frozen peaches and it was absolutely delicious!! I was wondering if I made several batches, could I keep it in the freezer for longer than a few days?
Tricia Buice
Hi Joyce! Yes you can as long as it is well sealed. I would press a little plastic wrap directly on top of the ice cream to help prevent ice crystals. It will be great!
skylar shine
Can you use regular 2% milk?
Tricia Buice
Hey Skylar – I think you could use milk – just start off with a small amount. You may need to sweeten it with honey or other sweetener of your choice to make it taste more like ice cream and less like a smoothie. Sweetened condensed milk is pretty thick which really helps with the velvety texture of this dessert. Good luck!
Carolyn
It was way too sweet for us so I’m going to try adding some reg milk and add less of the sweetened milk.mine was made w blueberries so that could have made some difference. Just way, way too sweet.
Tricia Buice
Must have had some really sweet blueberries! Thanks for the feedback.
SavoringTime in the Kitchen
It does look incredibly creamy and delicious! I can imagine all of the wonderful fruit flavored sherbets that could be made this way depending on the season. What a great idea, Tricia!
Carol
If you wanted to make Strawberry or Blueberry or any other flavor how much fruit would you need?
I can hardly wait to make this, however, it’s only May and living in Chicago we won’t get peaches till
well into summer. But, “good things come to those who wait”.
Tricia Buice
Hi Carol – I would use equal amounts of whatever fruit you have. Strawberries would be good but you may want to strain the seeds from the pulp first. Also blueberries may not work as well because of the skin. Any stone fruit with soft flesh will be better. I always wait until peach weather is here before making this, unless I have good, juicy, ripe peaches in the freezer 🙂
sandie
what about honeydew?
Tricia Buice
Hi Sandie – I don’t know about honeydew with sweetened condensed milk. I think stone fruits would be better. Great question though – thanks!
Lucy
Hi Tricia,
Can I use can peaches?
Tricia Buice
Hi Lucy. I think that would be fine. Either store-bought or home canned will probably work. Just flash freeze the peaches first. Since there’s only two ingredients, the peaches should be good and juicy. Don’t use the kind in syrup, however as it would be too sweet. Thanks for the great question.
Abbe@This is How I Cook
Growing up when we were sick my mom used to give us the orange, green and pink sherbet. It was so good. but this looks like way better! Just tried some chocolate ice cream made similar to this. Love this no ice cream maker stuff!
Kitchen Belleicious
that is one amazing and easy way to make sherbet. Why havent I done it before then?? Love learning new things especially when I know my boys will love it
Anna and Liz Recipes
Yummy Tricia, I think I would like to make this one with mangos! Great idea and so easy, it's our kind of recipe! <br />Have a great week! xxoo Anna and Liz
Elzbieta Hester
With condensed milk…? I think I have a can in my pantry! Thanks, your sorbet looks very very delicious, Tricia!<br /><br />ela h.<br />Gray Apron
TLady
OH MY!!! 😀 I can see the "happy inside!" LOL
jen
No fair!!! This sounds great but I can't have milk. Please tell me I can still make it with a subsitute. Thanks for the recipe because if there's no sub, I will make it for someone else.
Deb
Then make SORBET tast good and takes NO milk or dairy. It’s simple to make also…..
Allison
Canned coconut milk, or dairy free yogurt
Cheri Savory Spoon
Hi Tricia, oh my goodness! I will be making this. I do not have an ice cream maker and this sherbet sounds so easy to make. Looks delicious!
Tricia Buice
It's unbelievable how easy this is and so tasty 🙂
Sue/the view from great island
Just beautiful, Tricia! I am longing for a Vitamix, it looks like it's magic!<br />
Tricia Buice
I just used my Ninja blender Sue – so easy!
scrambledhenfruit
Perfect timing for this! It's just about time for those ripe juicy peaches to be showing up at the market. I love that it's so easy too. 🙂
Tricia Buice
Easy is good and this is great sherbet!
Monica
I just love sweetened condensed milk…and love how easy this sherbet is! Looks lusciously delicious!
Tricia Buice
We are fans of sweetened condensed milk too – love the list of ingredients – milk and sugar. Perfect!
Karen Harris
Eagle Brand does make some wonderful ice cream. I can't wait for our local peaches to arrive so I can give this a try.
Tricia Buice
You're going to love it Karen!
Angie Schneider
DELICIOUS! And just two ingredients…awesome!
Tricia Buice
Thanks Angie – have a great week!
Dee Reed
Would love this, and have a thousand ideas! Would really like a low/no sugar alternative. Please offer suggestions for making a sherbet, of same consistency, using an unsweetened homemade version of condensed milk (prefer using evaporated milk and stevia/stevia extract liquid or powder). Ty
Tricia Buice
Hi Dee. I think you’re on the right track with substituting evaporated milk and stevia. Not sure of the measurements as I haven’t made it with these ingredients. I feel sure it will turn out fine. Adjust your sweetener depending on how sweet your peaches are. Out of season peaches are not near as sweet, so taste to make sure. Thanks!