Refreshing Low-Sugar Fresh Peach Sorbet with Sage is a flavorful frozen treat with an unexpected hint of garden sage and luscious summertime peaches.
With summer peaches being abundant this time of year, I wanted to take full advantage of their sweet, fruity flavor and pair them with some earthy garden sage.
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- The ingredient list:
- Necessary kitchen tools and equipment:
- Why this recipe works:
- Will canned or frozen peaches work for this recipe?
- Other suggested herbs for infusing sorbet:
- Can nectarines or other stone fruit be substituted for peaches?
- How to easily remove the skin from a peach:
- The step-by-step photo instructions for making peach sorbet with sage:
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- Printable Recipe Card
- Please comment if you've made this recipe.
The ingredient list:
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- fresh peaches
- granulated sugar
- water
- fresh lime juice
- fresh sage leaves
Necessary kitchen tools and equipment:
- ice cream maker (for freezing the sorbet)
- saucepan (for blanching the peaches and making the simple syrup)
- paring knife (for preparing the peaches)
- cutting board (for slicing the peaches)
- food processor or high speed blender (to blend the peaches before freezing)
- strainer (for straining the simple syrup)
- large slotted spoon (for removing the blanched peaches from water)
- large bowl (for the ice water bath after blanching peaches)
- measuring cups and spoons
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Why this recipe works:
Low-sugar Fresh Peach Sorbet with Sage couldn't be easier to make.
Since sorbet has only a minimal amount of sugar, it's the perfect dessert or snack for when you're looking for something sweet but don't want to sabotage your diet by eating a big bowl of ice cream or sherbet that has twice as much sugar and calories.
Will canned or frozen peaches work for this recipe?
Yes, for both.
If using canned peaches, thoroughly drain them from their liquid before proceeding with the recipe.
If using frozen peaches, there is no need to thaw them first.
Other suggested herbs for infusing sorbet:
Fresh basil would be lovely, as would lavender, thyme, lemon thyme, and even cilantro. Feel free to also toss a few citrus peels in with the fresh herbs for even more citrus flavor.
Have fun experimenting and use what you love.
Can nectarines or other stone fruit be substituted for peaches?
You bet!
Now that you know the easy process of making sorbet, go for any fun flavors you think you will enjoy! I applaud you!
How to easily remove the skin from a peach:
If the thought of removing the skin from peach is daunting to you, let me assure you that it's a very simple process that only takes a pot of boiling water, a bowl of ice water, and a paring knife.
- Bring a pot of water to boil over high heat.
- In a large bowl, add enough ice and water to make an ice bath.
- Use a paring knife to score an X into the bottom of each peach.
- Use a slotted spoon to gently lower the peaches into the boiling water.
- Allow the peaches to sit in the boiling water for approximately 30 seconds.
- Use the slotted spoon to remove the peaches from the pot and carefully place them in the ice bath.
- Use the paring knife to carefully peel the skin off the peach starting where the X was cut on the bottom.
The step-by-step photo instructions for making peach sorbet with sage:
- In a medium saucepan, heat the water, sugar, lime juice, and sage leaves until the sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from the heat and discard the sage. Cool the sugar mixture slightly.
- Peel and slice the peaches, and discard the pit and skin. Place the sliced peaches in a food processor and add a pinch of salt.
- Pour the cooled sugar/sage mixture over the peaches in the food processor and process until smooth.
- Pour the peach mixture into an ice cream maker and freeze according to the manufactures instructions.
- Transfer the sorbet to a freezer container and freeze for an additional 2-4 hours. Serve and enjoy!
D-lish! I just know you're going to love this fresh peach sorbet recipe, so grab a spoon and dig in!!! Summer never tasted so good!
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Low-Sugar Fresh Peach Sorbet with Sage
Equipment
Ingredients
- 5 peaches blanched with skin and stone removed
- ¾ cup water
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 4-5 large fresh sage leaves
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, heat the water, sugar, lime and sage leaves until the sugar dissolves. Stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat and allow the mixture to cool for 15-20 minutes. Remove the sage leaves.
- Slice the blanched pitted peaches and add them to a food processor.
- Pour the cooled infused simple syrup into the food processor with the peach slices and salt. Process until your desired consistency.
- Add the peach sorbet base into an ice cream maker and follow the manufacturer's instructions for freezing.
- Spoon the frozen sorbet from the ice cream maker into a covered container and store until ready to serve.
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Linda says
I love peaches and I love sorbet so this seems like the perfect yummy recipe for me. I love the touch of sage you added to the peaches. I just used thyme and strawberries together and was surprised at how well the herbs and fruit work together. Thanks for the top on removing the peach skins, kind of like taking the skin off of a tomato, who knew?! One question, can you make this without an ice cream maker?
Renée says
Hi, Linda!
That is a great question, but I'm afraid I don't have a proper answer because I've never tried it.
The only thing I might suggest is that when you put it into a container to freeze (without an ice cream maker), is that you remove it often (maybe every hour or so), stir it up, and then put it back into the freezer. This MAY do the trick but I have a feeling it will turn it into more of a slush than a sorbet...but then again, I'm just guessing.
Wish I had a better answer for you. Sorry that I don't.
Renee
Aimee Shugarman says
I love all things peach, and this is fantastic 🙂
Renée says
Thank you so much. Glad you like it!
Paula says
That's quite a lovely combination of fruit and herb! Very creative of you and I love the colour of this sorbet!
Aly ~ Cooking In Stilettos says
What an amazing combination of flavors - I would have never thought of this. Brilliant!
Angela {Mind Over Batter} says
Oh, wow - What a beautiful hue! I'm sure this was immensely delicous! love the pairing!
Rebecca {foodie with family} says
Oh my goodness, what a perfectly perfect combination! My CSA has sage growing like mad. I'll pick some next week and give this a whirl!
Susan says
Sage is such a fall and winter herb in my mind. I would have never put these two together but it sounds like it would be delicious!
Ashley @ Wishes and Dishes says
I love finding new peach recipes to make because I have a peach tree and never know what to do with them all (food blogger problems) 😉
Marly says
So colorful and delicious!
Kim (Feed Me, Seymour) says
I love this! It's so different and refreshing.
Paula-bell'alimento says
Love the addition of sage!
foody schmoody says
Great sorbet. Love the flavor profile.
Elizabeth says
I love peach in the summer-- what a great sorbet!
Meseidy says
Sorbets are perfect this time of year. I love how you added fresh herbs.
Courtney @ Neighborfood says
What a delightful refreshing treat. I wish I had a bowl right now!
Amy @Very Culinary says
I use herbs in jam reductions for sauces on pork, so why not in a sorbet? Smart. Sounds awesome!
Pam says
Oh my gosh Renee, this ice cream sounds fantastic. I love pairing sage with fruit.