1-Start by peeling, pitting, and slicing the: Start by peeling, pitting, and slicing the peaches. In a medium bowl, toss the peach slices with 1/4 cup of sugar and the lemon juice. Let them sit for about 15 minutes. This process softens the peaches and enhances their natural sweetness.
2-Once the peaches have macerated nicely, place: Once the peaches have macerated nicely, place them in a blender or food processor. Puree the peaches and their juices until they are mostly smooth but still slightly chunky. This texture adds a great bite to your ice cream.
3-In a large mixing bowl, whisk together: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the remaining 3/4 cup of sugar, heavy cream, whole milk, and vanilla extract. Keep whisking until the sugar is completely dissolved. This will give your ice cream that delightful creamy base.
4-Gently fold the peach puree into the: Gently fold the peach puree into the cream mixture using a spatula. Make sure to blend until everything is well combined. You want to see beautiful swirls of peach in the creamy mix!
5-Pour the peach and cream mixture into: Pour the peach and cream mixture into a freezer-safe container. Cover it tightly with a lid or plastic wrap to avoid freezer burn. Place it in the freezer and let it chill for about 1 hour.
6-After the first hour, take it out: After the first hour, take it out of the freezer. It may start to freeze along the edges. Use a whisk or hand mixer to stir vigorously, breaking up any ice crystals. This will help create that perfect creamy texture.
7-Pop it back in the freezer: Pop it back in the freezer. Repeat the vigorous stirring every 30 minutes for 2-3 hours. You’ll notice it getting creamier and firmer with each stir-keep going!
8-When it’s fully firm and creamy, scoop: When it’s fully firm and creamy, scoop the ice cream into sundae glasses or bowls. For a lovely touch, garnish with extra fresh peach slices. Enjoy your delightful Fresh Georgia Peach Ice Cream!