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Indulge in the luscious allure of Peach Syrup, an exquisite nectar that transports your senses to a sun-kissed orchard in full bloom. Peach syrup can be drizzled over pancakes, waffles, and ice cream, or used as a flavor enhancer in drinks, especially tea.
Peach Simple Syrup
While both peach syrup and peach simple syrup share the same ingredients, their ratios differ significantly. Peach syrup boasts twice the amount of sugar, resulting in a thick and syrupy consistency, ideal for drizzling over desserts. On the other hand, peach simple syrup offers a more liquid texture, perfect for enhancing cocktails and refreshing beverages.
Ingredients Needed
- Peaches – Though fresh peaches are preferred you can also use frozen peaches. Using frozen will cause a different cook time though because they’ll take longer to cook.
- Honey – I prefer a sugar free peach syrup, which is why I like to sweeten it with honey or maple syrup. You can also use granulated sugar for a more traditional syrup like I do in my Strawberry Syrup recipe.
- Water – As this recipe focuses on creating a simple syrup, the water content surpasses that of the sugar, resulting in a vibrant, bright red liquid color
How to Make Peach Syrup
This is a peach simple syrup for drinks, tea, and definitely for drizzling over any dessert such as Peach Crumble. It’s the highlight of Peach Green Tea because you’re using fresh peaches and it’s a great addition to cocktails.
- Heat the ingredients. Place the sugar, water, and peaches into a small saucepan over medium heat allowing it to cook, while stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolved completely.
- Simmer. Reduce the heat to low. Cook for about 15 to 20 minutes until the peaches begin to soften. For a thicker sauce, you can use a potato masher or the back of a wooden spoon to mash the peaches as they simmer.
- Strain. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove the peach chunks (but don’t toss them because they can be used to make Peach Cobbler) into a jar with an air-tight lid. Store it in the fridge.
Serving Suggestions
- Breakfast: Drizzle it over Pancakes, Waffles, or French toast for a fruity and sweet breakfast treat.
- Ice Cream: Incorporate it into homemade ice creams such as Vanilla Bean Ice Cream or sorbets for a refreshing and fruity twist.
- Cocktails: Create cocktails like peach Margaritas, bellinis, or mojitos for a burst of summer flavor.
- Drinks: Enhancing iced teas such as Peach Green Tea, lemonades, Italian Soda, or sparkling water with a touch of peachy goodness.
- Glaze or Marinade: Glaze grilled meats, such as pork or chicken, add a sweet and tangy caramelized finish.
- Dessert Topping: Offering a delightful topping for desserts like Cheesecakes, tarts, Sno Cones or panna cottas.
- Mix with other syrups: Mix with other fruit syrups such as Strawberry Syrup, Raspberry Syrup, or Passion Fruit Syrup, or flavors to create unique and layered beverages.
FAQS
Peach syrup is used to add a sweet and flavorful peach essence to various dishes and beverages, including desserts, breakfast items, cocktails, and more.
As of September 2021, Starbucks primarily uses a combination of natural and artificial flavorings, along with sweeteners, to create their peach syrup for beverages like Peach Green Tea Lemonade and other peach-flavored drinks. However, please note that recipes and ingredients used by businesses like Starbucks may change over time.
Yes, you can make and can peach syrup at home using a canning process to preserve it for longer shelf life. Canning involves sterilizing glass jars, filling them with the syrup, sealing them, and then processing the jars in a boiling water bath to create a vacuum seal. This helps prevent spoilage and allows you to store the peach syrup for an extended period. It’s important to follow proper canning guidelines and procedures to ensure the safety and quality of the preserved syrup.
Storage Information
- Refrigeration: If you plan to use peach syrup within a few weeks, store it in the refrigerator. Make sure the containers are tightly sealed to prevent any potential contamination or loss of flavor.
- Freezing: For longer-term storage, consider freezing the peach syrup. Use freezer-safe containers, leaving some space at the top for expansion. Label the containers with the date so you can keep track of freshness. Frozen peach syrup can last several months to a year.
- Canning: If you’re experienced with canning and want to extend the shelf life even further, you can can peach syrup following proper canning procedures. This involves sterilizing glass jars, filling them with hot syrup, sealing them with new lids and bands, and processing them in a boiling water bath for a specific amount of time.
Recipe Notes and Tips
- When straining the mixture through the sieve avoid mashing the peaches into the sieve. This will cause you to end up with cloudy syrup. Just simply pour it through the sieve and discard the sediment.
- To chill the syrup quickly place it in the fridge or set the container in an ice bath.
- Intensify the flavor. For a more intense peach flavor, you can simmer the peach pits (without the outer flesh) in the syrup as well. Remember to strain the syrup thoroughly after infusion.
- Extend the shelf-life. Consider adding a touch of lemon juice or zest to enhance the flavor and balance the sweetness of the syrup. This will also extend the shelf-life of the syrup too.
More Syrup Recipes
Peach Syrup Recipe
Equipment
- Saucepan
Ingredients
- 1 lb Peaches fresh or frozen, sliced
- 2 cups Water
- 1/2 cup Honey or granulated sugar
Instructions
- Heat the ingredients. Place the sugar, water, and peaches into a small saucepan over medium heat allowing it to cook, while stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolved completely.
- Simmer. Reduce the heat to low. Cook for about 15 to 20 minutes until the peaches begin to soften. For a thicker sauce, you can use a potato masher or the back of a wooden spoon to mash the peaches as they simmer.
- Strain. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove the peach chunks (but don't toss them because they can be used to make Peach Cobbler) into a jar with an air-tight lid. Store it in the fridge.
Notes
- When straining the mixture through the sieve avoid mashing the peaches into the sieve. This will cause you to end up with cloudy syrup. Just simply pour it through the sieve and discard the sediment.
- To chill the syrup quickly place it in the fridge or set the container in an ice bath.
- Intensify the flavor. For a more intense peach flavor, you can simmer the peach pits (without the outer flesh) in the syrup as well. Remember to strain the syrup thoroughly after infusion.
- Extend the shelf-life. Consider adding a touch of lemon juice or zest to enhance the flavor and balance the sweetness of the syrup. This will also extend the shelf-life of the syrup too.
