Sauteed Peaches and Ice Cream.

Nothing says summertime like sweet peaches cooked with brown sugar and butter, then topped with vanilla ice cream. This is the simplest summer dessert, but it’s always a favorite!

One of my very favorite things about summer is all the delicious produce that’s in season. Finally, after many long winter months, we can get our hands on super sweet strawberries, ripe watermelon, and juicy, delicious peaches.

Peaches are not in season here in Michigan for too long, so when I see them at the Farmer’s Market, I stock up! I think the best peaches are the Red Haven variety, which is native to Michigan. But you can use any variety of peach that you like in this easy dessert.

We love to make vegan peach hand pies as well as peach blueberry crisp whenever we can. Both of those are pretty simple desserts, even for those new to allergy friendly baking.

But if you’re really short on time, these sauteed peaches are the way to go! If you have a helper who can help you cut the fruit up, this dessert really comes together quickly.

To make this dessert, you will need:

• fresh peaches
• brown sugar
• vegan buttery spread

If you can eat dairy, feel free to use regular butter. I used Earth Balance Soy Free Vegan Buttery Spread, but if you have a different brand of vegan butter that works for you, feel free to use that instead.

If peaches are not in season, you can use frozen peaches, but I do recommend using fresh fruit as I think it has the best flavor and texture in this recipe.

How to make sauteed peaches:

1. Wash the fruit and remove the pits.
2. Cut the peaches into small pieces.
3. Place the fruit in a frying pan and add the vegan buttery spread and brown sugar.
4. Cook over medium heat until the peaches release their juices. Serve over vanilla ice cream.

Ideas for variations on this recipe:

• use nectarines instead of peaches
• add blueberries or strawberries
• top with buttery coconut granola

You can use any ice cream or topping that works for your dietary needs. Try coconut milk ice cream, soy milk ice cream, So Delicious Coco Whip Topping, or any ice cream that suits you!

This peach topping is best enjoyed immediately, but if you need to keep it, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for a day or two.

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Sauteed Peaches and Ice Cream.

Summer dessert made simple - warm sauteed peaches with ice cream.

Course Dessert

Cuisine Dairy Free, gluten free, vegan.

Keyword cooked fruit, easy

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes

Total Time 10 minutes

Servings 4

Calories 258 kcal

Author Kelly Roenicke

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegan buttery spread
• 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
• 4 large peaches pitted and each cut into small chunks
• 2 cups non-dairy ice cream optional

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

1. Place the diced peaches in a frying pan, and add the vegan buttery spread and brown sugar.

2. Cook overn medium heat, and stir until sugar has dissolved and peaches are warmed through and coated, about 5 minutes.

3. Set the peaches aside to cool for a few minutes. Spoon your favorite vanilla ice cream into bowls. Top with warm peaches.

Recipe Notes

Nutrition facts are for sauteed peaches only, not the ice cream.

You can peel the peaches if you wish.

If you aren't dairy free, you can use dairy butter and dairy ice cream.

Nutrition Facts

Sauteed Peaches and Ice Cream.

Amount Per Serving

Calories 258 Calories from Fat 72

% Daily Value*

Fat 8g12%

Saturated Fat 3g19%

Cholesterol 20mg7%

Sodium 103mg4%

Potassium 443mg13%

Carbohydrates 42g14%

Fiber 2g8%

Sugar 35g39%

Protein 5g10%

Vitamin A 1095IU22%

Vitamin C 10.8mg13%

Calcium 136mg14%

Iron 0.5mg3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

This post was originally published in September 2013. It has been updated.