How to Make Fresh Peach Dessert - A Step-by-Step Guide

The summer months bring with them an abundance of ripe, juicy peaches that are just begging to be turned into a delicious, refreshing dessert. Whether it's a backyard BBQ, a potluck, or a family gathering, this Fresh Peach Dessert is the perfect way to showcase the natural sweetness and flavor of this seasonal fruit. With its simple yet elegant presentation, this dessert is sure to impress even the pickiest of eaters.

What sets this dessert apart is the use of fresh peaches that are a...

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Ingredients

  • 16 whole graham crackers, crushed
  • ¾ cup butter, melted
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 4 ½ cups miniature marshmallows
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 1 pint heavy cream
  • ⅓ cup white sugar
  • 6 large fresh peaches - peeled, pitted, and sliced

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 15
  • Yield: 1 9x13-inch dish

  • Prepare crust: Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a medium bowl. Mix until evenly moistened; set aside 1/4 cup for topping. Press remaining graham crumb mixture into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
  • Make filling: Heat marshmallows and milk in a large saucepan over low heat; stir until marshmallows are completely melted. Remove from heat and cool.
  • Whip cream in a large bowl with an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Beat in sugar until stiff peaks form. Fold whipped cream into cooled marshmallow mixture until combined.
  • Spread 1/2 of the marshmallow-cream mixture over crust. Arrange peaches on top, then cover with remaining marshmallow-cream mixture. Sprinkle with reserved graham crumb mixture. Refrigerate until serving.
  • Nutrition

    366 cal.

    • Total Fat: 23g
    • Saturated Fat: 13g
    • Cholesterol: 68mg
    • Sodium: 190mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 39g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 28g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 23mg
    • Calcium: 38mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 71mg