Peaches and Cream Summer Salad (Print Version)
A refreshing chilled summer treat with ripe peaches, sweetened whipped cream, and mint. Ready in just 15 minutes.
# What You Need:
→ Fruit
01 - 4 ripe peaches, pitted and sliced
02 - 1/2 cup blueberries (optional)
→ Cream
03 - 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
04 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
05 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Garnish
06 - Fresh mint leaves
07 - 2 tablespoons sliced almonds (optional)
# Directions:
01 - In a large chilled mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Refrigerate until ready to use.
02 - Wash, pit, and slice the peaches. If using blueberries, rinse them thoroughly and pat dry.
03 - In serving glasses or a large bowl, layer the sliced peaches and blueberries evenly.
04 - Spoon or pipe the chilled whipped cream generously over the fruit layers.
05 - Top with fresh mint leaves and sliced almonds if desired. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 hour for a colder, more refreshing dessert.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Its stunningly simple but looks impressive on any table
- The combination of cold cream and ripe peaches is pure summer magic
02 -
- Room temperature cream will not whip properly no matter how long you beat it
- Over whipped cream turns into butter quickly so watch carefully for soft peaks
03 -
- Place your mixing bowl in the freezer for 10 minutes before whipping the cream
- Add a pinch of sea salt to the cream to deepen the flavor