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Peaches and Cream Dessert

Peaches and Cream Dessert: Your Ultimate No-Bake Summer Bliss

Enjoy a refreshing Peaches and Cream Dessert that's a perfect no-bake treat for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 6 hours 7 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Peach Topping
  • 2.5 lbs Fresh Peaches Fresh peaches bring the delicious fruity flavor.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar To sweeten the peach layer.
  • 1 Tbsp Lemon Juice Helps enhance the peach flavor.
  • 2 Tbsp Cornstarch To thicken the peach juice.
  • 0.25 oz Unflavored Gelatin Helps set the peach topping.
  • 0.25-0.5 tsp Almond Extract Adds a lovely aromatic depth.
  • Salt A pinch enhances flavor.
For the Crust
  • 11.3 oz Pecan Shortbread Cookies Provides a nutty, delicious base.
  • 6 Tbsp Butter Melted to bind the crust.
For the Cheesecake Layer
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened for creamy texture.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Adds sweetness to balance creaminess.
  • 4 oz Frozen Whipped Topping Thawed to lighten the cheesecake.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Food processor
  • Saucepan
  • baking dish
  • colander

Method
 

Peach Preparation
  1. Peel, slice, and dice fresh peaches. Toss with granulated sugar and lemon juice for 5 minutes, then drain for 30 minutes.
Crust Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Crush cookies and mix with melted butter. Press into a 9x13-inch baking dish and bake for 10-12 minutes. Cool completely.
Cream Cheese Layer
  1. Beat cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth. Fold in whipped topping and spread over cooled crust. Chill for at least 4 hours.
Peach Layer Assembly
  1. Measure 1 cup peach juice, stir in cornstarch and gelatin, cook until thickened, then add almond extract. Cool before using.
Final Assembly
  1. Arrange peach slices on cheesecake layer, pour cooled juice mixture over peaches, cover, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
Serve
  1. Slice dessert into squares, serve with whipped cream if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

This dessert is best served chilled. Use fresh peaches for optimal flavor, and allow ample chilling for the best texture.

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