Transform fresh (or frozen) peaches into the most delicious Peach Sauce with this simple method. It’s a delicious fruit puree to share with a baby or toddler. It’s great on its own or mixed with yogurt or oatmeal.

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Peach Sauce

Whenever we have a lot of fresh peaches, they’re on sale at the market, or I have some frozen ones that need to be used up, we make a batch of peach sauce.

The beauty of this recipe is that you just have to dice the fruit, simmer it, and blend it into a delicious puree. No peeling or blanching required. Then you can serve it in a bowl, in a reusable pouch, or as a dip or topping for French Toast Sticks, Greek Yogurt Pancakes, Yogurt Waffles, Vanilla Cake, other desserts you like, or even plain yogurt.

(You may also like my Peach Yogurt, Stewed Peaches, Peach Crisp and Peach Popsicles.)

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Ingredients You Need

To make this peach sauce recipe you just need the following simple ingredients.

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  • Peaches: You can use fresh ripe peaches or frozen peaches depending on the time of year, what’s most affordable, or what you have access to.
  • Optional flavor enhancements: You can add extra flavor with fresh lemon juice, cinnamon, or a little grated ginger if you’d like. (We usually have it as is.)
  • Optional sweetener: I don’t often add maple syrup or honey to this, but you could sweeten to taste as needed according to the sweetness of your fruit.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Here’s a look at the process involved in this peach sauce recipe. Scroll down to the bottom of the post for the full information.

Peaches in pot for peach sauce.

Step 1. Roughly dice the peaches (they can be big pieces). Discard the pits. (Skip this step if using frozen peaches.)

Peaches in boiling pot of water for peach sauce.

Step 2. Cook until soft and stir occasionally in the saucepan.

Peach sauce in blender after blending.

Step 3. Blend smooth.

Peach sauce in mason jar.

Step 4. Serve or store in the refrigerator or freezer.

TIP: You can freeze this peach sauce as you would any other baby food puree in an ice cube tray. Then you can pop out a few cubes at a time as needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of peaches are best for peach sauce?

You can use any variety of peach and you can use fresh or frozen. It will taste best with ripe peaches that taste good when eaten fresh, but it works even if they’re a little underripe!

Can I use frozen peaches?

Yes, just add them to the pot and cook as instructed.

What should I serve this with?

You can serve it as a puree in a bowl or a reusable pouch. You can also mix it with plain yogurt or oatmeal if you prefer. It’s an easy side dish for a family meal too or is a delicious sauce to serve with desserts.

peach sauce in storage container

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Best Tips for Success

  • Store the fresh peach sauce in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
  • To freeze, portion into an ice cube tray. Freeze. Transfer frozen cubes to a freezer bag and freeze for up to 6 months. Thaw a few cubes at a time in an airtight container in the fridge.
  • You can use any variety of peach and you can use fresh or frozen. It will taste best with ripe peaches that taste good when eaten fresh, but it’s very versatile.
  • Add ½ teaspoon cinnamon, 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, or ¼ teaspoon grated fresh ginger or ⅛ teaspoon ground ginger.
  • Serve it as a puree in a bowl or a reusable pouch.
  • You can also mix it with plain yogurt or oatmeal if you prefer. Serve with desserts such as vanilla ice cream, shortcake or biscuits, pound cake, or cheesecake. Try it as a side for pork chops or roasted chicken.
  • My 5-minute Peach Puree is an easy option for babies, too, especially if you’re looking to make a smaller batch.

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Easy Peach Sauce

Transform fresh (or frozen) peaches into the most delicious peach sauce with this simple method. It's a delicious fruit puree to share with a baby or toddler that you can serve on its own or mixed with yogurt or oatmeal.
5 from 4 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Cuisine American
Course Snack
Calories 78kcal
Servings 6

Ingredients

  • 8-10 medium peaches
  • 1 cup water
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Instructions

  • Halve the peaches. Remove the pits. Roughly chop. (You'll have about 8 cups.) I leave the peel on.
  • Add to a medium pot set over medium heat with the water. Cover and bring to a simmer. Remove the cover and cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the peaches are very soft and starting to break down.
  • Turn off the heat and let cool for 5-10 minutes.
  • Puree with an immersion blender or add peaches to a standard blender. Blend smooth. (If using a standard blender, leave the vent open so the steam can escape while you blend.)
  • Store in the fridge or serve warm.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
  • To freeze, portion into an ice cube tray. Freeze. Transfer frozen cubes to a freezer bag and freeze for up to 6 months. Thaw a few cubes at a time in an airtight container in the fridge.
  • You can use any variety of peach and you can use fresh or frozen. It will taste best with ripe peaches that taste good when eaten fresh, but it’s very versatile.
  • Add ½ teaspoon cinnamon, 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, or ¼ teaspoon grated fresh ginger or ⅛ teaspoon ground ginger.
  • Serve it as a puree in a bowl or a reusable pouch.
  • You can also mix it with plain yogurt or oatmeal if you prefer.

Nutrition

Calories: 78kcal, Carbohydrates: 19g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 1g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Sodium: 2mg, Potassium: 380mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 17g, Vitamin A: 652IU, Vitamin C: 13mg, Calcium: 13mg, Iron: 1mg
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This post was first published July 2021.

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