12 Recipes to Make with Ripe Summer Peaches

The peaches are in season! We've got 12 favorite recipes with fresh summer peaches for you to choose from. Peach Pie? Peach Salsa? Skillet Peach Crisp? Take your pick! You can't go wrong.

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Claudia Cash
Claudia Cash
Claudia Cash
Claudia is the Community Manager for Simply Recipes and has contributed numerous articles focused on cooking on a budget, quick and easy meals, and kid-friendly foods.
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Published August 20, 2019
Claudia Cash
12 Recipes for Ripe Summer Peaches

Peaches really are the crowning glory of summer. Don’t get me wrong, I LOVE all the summer berries and watermelon and everything else that comes with the fresh produce of summer, but I live for peaches. I feel extremely fortunate to live near several U-Pick peach orchards where I can go right to the source and bask in their goodness. #lifeisgood

One thing I especially adore about peaches is just how versatile they are:

  • Want a simple afternoon snack? Enjoy a peach on its own.
  • Firing up the grill? Slice a peach in half, grill it, and top with some ice cream for a quick treat.
  • Have some leftover tortilla chips? Make a peach salsa!

Really, I could go on for days about the 5,392 ways to enjoy peaches, but to simplify things a bit, I’ve rounded up twelve of my favorite ways to savor these summer gems.

  • Peach Blueberry Crumb Pie

    Peach Blueberry Pie Recipe
    Alison Conklin

    You can’t go wrong with pie, but pie with a crumb topping just hits the spot. If (and it’s a big IF!) you have leftovers, you can freeze this pie and save it for later.

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  • Peach Salsa

    peach salsa
    Elise Bauer

    I adore fruit salsa, and peach has to be at the top of my list! It’s so versatile... Serve with tortilla chips for a simple lunch or use it to dress up some grilled salmon or pork chops.

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  • Peach Melba French Toast Casserole

    Overnight French Toast Casserole - slice of french toast casserole with raspberry sauce on white plate
    Alison Bickle

    This is like a two-for-one deal. When drizzled with a sweet raspberry sauce, it’s a divine breakfast. When topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and enjoyed after dinner, it magically becomes dessert!

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  • Old-Fashioned Peach Pie

    Best Peach Pie with a lattice crust and one slice removed
    Cindy Rahe and Elise Bauer

    In my humble opinion, summer doesn’t start until you’ve had a slice of peach pie. You’ve got summer perfection when it comes to fresh peaches + flaky buttery crust. PS... We’re also dishing on our best tips to make sure your pie is a peachy success in this post!

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  • Farmers' Market Salad with Peaches, Goat Cheese, and Basil

    Salad recipe with peaches, goat cheese and basil
    Alison Conklin

    Move over strawberries... peaches are taking your place in the salad world and it’s glorious. Feel free to add in some grilled chicken or shrimp for a boost of protein!

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  • Skillet Peach Crisp with Ginger and Pecans

    Alison Conklin

    A few tips when making this crisp: Let it cool for an hour or so (hard to do, but so worth the wait!), use a cake pan if you don’t have a skillet, and don’t bother with peeling the peaches.

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  • Peach Frangipane Puff Pastry Tarts

    Peach Dessert Recipe - puff pastry targs on parchment
    Sally Vargas

    Sweet peaches, a slightly sweet almond filling, and store-bought puff pastry all make for a delightful dessert. Sitting on my porch with these tarts in hand is my favorite way to end the day!

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  • Grilled Salmon with Peach Salsa

    Sabrina Modelle

    Ever paired peaches with avocados? No? Maybe it’s time you should! They lend a velvety texture that is the ultimate companion to the flaky, smoky salmon.

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  • Blueberry Peach Fruit Salad with Thyme

    blueberry peach fruit salad
    Elise Bauer

    Make this salad for breakfast and enjoy it later for lunch! The flavors of ginger, lemon, and thyme meld together in perfect harmony with the sweetness of the peaches.

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  • Peach Galette

    Peach Galette
    Elise Bauer

    Galettes are the wild cousin of pies. The more imperfect they look, the more perfect they’ll taste. Promise. If you’re feeling a little wild and free, sprinkle in some blueberries with the peaches!

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  • Grilled Pork Tenderloin and Peaches

    Grilled Pork Tenderloin and Peaches
    Elise Bauer

    Pork tenderloin + fresh peaches are taste buds' paradise when grilled to smoky perfection! Pair with a simple side salad and you’ve got a summer meal you’ll make over and over again.

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  • Summer Peaches with Baked Meringue

    Baked Peaches Dessert
    Sally Vargas

    This one really is a show stopper. It’s simple yet subtly sophisticated, and my advice to you? Keep a giant spoon on hand to scoop up all the sweet juices left at the end. It’s quite possibly the best thing you’ve had all summer.

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