Peach Crumble Ice Cream
A creamy, refreshing ice cream that combines sweet peaches with a crunchy crumble for a delightful summer treat.
Ingredients
For the Crumble
- 1/2 cup dark brown sugar, packed (about 110 g) Packed for best results.
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour (about 43 g)
- 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats or quick oats (about 40 g) Either type works well.
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 cup salted butter, softened (about 57 g) Ensure it's softened for easier mixing.
For the Ice Cream Base
- 4 ripe medium peaches Sweet and juicy, peeled, pitted, and chopped.
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk, 14 oz (414 ml)
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon Additional for the ice cream mixture.
- 1/2 cup half-and-half (120 ml)
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream (360 ml) Beaten until stiff peaks form.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C).
- In a small bowl, combine dark brown sugar, all-purpose flour, oats, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
- Add softened salted butter and mix until the blend resembles coarse crumbs.
- Spread the mixture evenly across a lined baking tray and bake for 10 to 15 minutes until golden. Allow to cool fully.
- Meanwhile, peel, pit, and chop the peaches into bite-sized pieces.
- Place peach chunks in a saucepan, cover with water, bring to a boil, and simmer for 5 to 10 minutes until slightly tender.
- Drain peaches and chill in the refrigerator.
Ice Cream Base Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and half-and-half until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, beat heavy cream with a mixer until stiff peaks form.
- Fold the condensed milk mixture into the whipped cream until fully incorporated.
- Add the cooled peach chunks and crumble pieces to the ice cream mixture and fold gently.
Freezing
- Transfer the mixture to a freezer-safe container, smooth the top, and freeze uncovered for a minimum of 3 hours, preferably overnight.
Notes
To serve, scoop the ice cream into bowls and top with extra crumble or drizzle with caramel for added flavor.