Equipment
Chef's knife
or Paring knife
Spoon
Mixing bowl
Ingredients
6 servings
Main Components
- 3 peaches, ripe and juicy
- 85 g cream cheese, softened
- 80 g almonds, toasted
- 6 mint leaves, fresh
Nutrition (per serving)
156
Calories
4g
Protein
11g
Carbs
12g
Fat
3g
Fiber
7g
Sugar
45mg
Sodium
Method
01
Cut each peach in half and remove the pit.
02
Scoop out a small amount of the peach flesh with a spoon to enlarge the center cavity.
03
Combine the softened cream cheese and toasted almonds in a mixing bowl and stir until well blended.
04
Fill the cavity of each peach half with the cream cheese and almond mixture.
05
Chill the peaches in the refrigerator if desired, but remove them 60 minutes before serving to reach room temperature.
1h
06
Garnish each peach half with a fresh mint leaf before serving.
Chef's Notes
- For the best flavor, use ripe, in-season peaches. They should yield slightly to gentle pressure but not be overly soft.
- Toast the slivered almonds gently in a dry skillet over medium-low heat until fragrant and lightly golden. Watch them closely, as they can burn quickly.
- If you prefer a sweeter filling, you can add a tablespoon of honey or a drizzle of maple syrup to the cream cheese and almond mixture.
- Ensure the cream cheese is truly softened to room temperature for a smooth, lump-free filling that's easy to mix and pipe (if you choose to pipe it).
Storage
Refrigerator: 2 days — Store in a single layer in an airtight container.
Reheating: Not recommended; serve chilled or at room temperature.
