This is a no-fail method for how to peel a peach. You can peel your peaches perfectly and without a veggie peeler or knife! Keep reading to see why this is the BEST way to peel fresh peaches!
Fresh summer peaches are one of the greatest things to look forward to every year because they’re so delicious and versatile. Turning them into everything from jam to cobblers, ice cream, and more is always on the mind, but before any of that can happen, we have to prep the peaches first.
The Easiest Way to Peel a Peach
Most recipes that include peaches first require you to peel them. Instead of grabbing a knife and going to work, there is a much, much easier way to remove the skin. This method is foolproof and perfect for getting large and small batches of peaches peeled very quickly. So no matter what your plans are, you’ll be ready.
Video Demonstration
Because it’s sometimes easier to visually see for yourself how it’s done, I have attached a brief video showing you how I like to peel my peaches. You can see for yourself just how easily the skin of the peaches slides right off the fruit.
What You Will Need
Fresh Peaches- You will need fresh ripe peaches for this. The ripeness of the peaches does affect the ease of removing the skin. More ripe peaches will shed the layer very easily, while less ripe peaches may try to cling onto the skin a little more tightly.
Pot of Water- Use your favorite large pot and fill it with water. Small pots can be used for smaller batches of peaches but if you’re looking to prep a lot, grab your big stockpot.
Bowl of Cold Water– This will help to stop the cooking process and make the peaches easier to handle. Handling the peaches while they’re still hot can hurt your hands, so please be careful.
Instructions
Bring a pot of water to a boil.
Place your peaches into the pot and let them rest in hot water for 30-60 seconds, making sure that all sides get direct contact with the water.
Remove the peaches from the water using a slotted spoon.
Immediately submerge the peaches in cold water to make them easier to handle. If you plan on cooking the peaches anyways, then this step may not be necessary. Just set the peaches aside.
Pinch the skin on the peach to break the seal it has around the fruit, and then slide it right off of the peach.
Slice your peaches in half and remove the pits.
Use your peaches as desired in your recipe.
What to Make With Fresh Peaches
You can turn these peaches into a peach cobbler, peach pie, peach crumb bars, and more. Some of the tastiest recipes for peaches also include peach jam, coffee cake or bundt cakes, peach crisps, and muffins. Of course, you can also turn peaches into Sangrias and tasty dinner recipes as well, so there are plenty of choices available!
HOW TO PEEL A PEACH
Ingredients
- Fresh Peaches
- 1 pot Water
- 1 bowl Cold Water
Instructions
- Boil a pot full of water
- Immerse ripe peaches for 30-60 seconds.
- Remove from water. You can submerge the peaches in cold water, but if you’re planning on cooking the peaches anyways, it’s not necessary and eliminates a step, making the process faster.
- Pinch the skin to break it and slide it off the peach.
- Cut the peach in half and remove the pit.
Can fresh peaches be frozen?
Freezing your peeled peaches is a great way to get them to last a long time. This is perfect for getting the fresh taste of summer, even in the colder winter months. To do this, simply peel your peaches and slice as desired (after removing the pits). Then place the peaches on a lined baking sheet and freeze until solid (about 2 hours) before transferring them to an airtight container.
To make the usage of the peaches easier later, you may wish to measure out the peaches into individual containers to that you have the peaches measured out and ready to use. For example, 1-2 cups of peaches per container.
Can you peel and slice peaches ahead of time?
Yes, you can peel your peaches and place them into a tightly sealed container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or you can freeze them for a longer storage solution. The juice from the peaches will leak as they rest, and they may discolor a bit as well, but you can soak them in a lemon juice and water combination to help maintain the fresh colors.
Can you peel peaches with a potato peeler?
Unlike veggies and firmer fruits like apples, a vegetable peeler will actually not work out as well as you may hope. Peach skin is tough, and peach fruit is tender, so peeling them with a peeler or even a paring knife can be incredibly challenging and difficult (if not near impossible). I would recommend sticking with the blanching method because it’s easier, more effective, and there’s less fruit wasted as a result.
Check Out These Delicious Peach Recipes to Try Soon!
- PEACH DUMP CAKE
- NO BAKE PEACHES AND CREAM PIE
- PEACH PIE FILLING
- PEACHES AND CREAM POKE CAKE
- SPICED PEACH JAM
- BLACKBERRY PEACH COBBLER
- SUPER EASY PEACH PIE
- CREAMY PEACH PIE
- UPSIDE DOWN PEACH CAKE
- HOMEMADE PEACH SLURPEES
- PEACH CAKE WITH CINNAMON GLAZE
- CHILLED PEACH SOUP
- PEACH BREAD PUDDING
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