Chef John's 18 Best Peach Recipes

Fried Peach and Pancetta Pizza

"These are very delicious! I made them at the height of peach season, and every single family member said 'Eww' as I was cooking. Those Ewws quickly became Wows when I brought these to the table, however. Every last one has always been eaten." —nightfall

Golden State Gazpacho

"Many gazpacho recipes that include fruit turn out tasting more like dessert, which is fine if that's what you're into, but if you want a super-refreshing, seriously savory gazpacho, then this peach-kissed version is for you." —Chef John

Peach Fritters

"These were fantastic! It really is almost magical the way the mixture comes together. Thick and clumpy, then all of a sudden, thinner and workable! The bourbon syrup is a must." —fruitdog

Peach-Stuffed Pork Chops

"This was such an easy meal, but was very impressive to serve. Followed the recipe exactly, except I couldn’t find double-cut pork that was boneless, but [these] still turned out great with the bone! I love watching Chef John’s videos, and trying his recipes. Definitely makes me look and feel more confident as a home chef!" —Scott0725

Spicy Peach Coleslaw

"Made as written, except I didn't have chives. I used a little finely diced red onion instead. Awesome, easy, tasty recipe!" —Mark Keefer

Chef John's Peach Melba

This classic French dessert deserves a comeback. "This is now one of my favorite desserts to make! It's easy to make, very beautiful, and delicious. I've even cut up the peaches and put them on cheesecakes with the raspberry sauce on top—works well with a lot of things!" —Alexandra Poston

Chef John's Peach Blackberry Flognarde

This clafouti-like dessert is a nice change from a cobbler. "We now live and breathe flognarde. So good, the savory creaminess of the custard and the sweetness of the peaches and blackberries—a keeper for sure!" —Sherry

Chef John's Peach Tartlets

Use your own pastry, or make it easy on yourself with pre-made pie dough. "After watching the video about how to make this, it was so simple to make. So easy and delicious! A little time-consuming, but so worth it....they don't reheat well, so eat them right away." —Pam McCarthy Lay

Grilled Prosciutto-Wrapped Peaches with Burrata and Basil

"This is the yummiest thing I have had in a while! I don’t have a grill, so I made it on a cast iron grill pan on the stove. I sprinkled a tiny bit of smoked sea salt on top; it was to die for." —Cierra Morris

Peach Financiers

"Super moist, not too sweet and have great aroma! They seem to be the best muffins I have ever tried in my entire life! I used my processor to grind almonds as I did not have almond meal on hand. Double the recipe if you have a family of four because the muffins will be gone in seconds." —Mary Smith

Baltimore Peach Cake

"I was born & raised in Baltimore many years ago. My mother used to make a peach cake that I really liked. Her grandparents were from Germany. Unfortunately, I never got the recipe. I remember it tasted like it had yeast in it but could never find a recipe that used yeast. After all these years I finally found the recipe! It's not real sweet. My mom didn't use the preserves. She sprinkled the cooled cake with powdered sugar. Thank you, Chef John. I love this cake!" —HelpTheCook

Basil Peach Pepper Parmesan Cobbler

"Probably won't be able to have regular old peach cobbler again thanks to this recipe. :)" —Kim Oates

Peach Brulee Burrata Bruschetta

"I saw this recipe and knew I wanted to try it. I finally made it tonight and it was very, very good. My husband, who for some weird reason doesn't love peaches (!?!?), even said 'Wow, the flavors in this are delicious.' We also brought some to our neighbors and they absolutely loved it! I'm going to make this as long as the peaches are ripe!" —J Gehring

Peach and Escarole Salad

"So refreshing on this hot summer day with exquisitely ripe peaches! We will be doing this recipe again!" —DSS

Peach Gelee Candy

If you want to try your hand at making your own fruit candies (pâte de fruits), here's a perfect summer treat. This recipe calls for 3 tablespoons of liquid pectin; some reviewers had issues with the gelee setting up properly and increased the amount of pectin to use the full 3-ounce pouch. "Really good, for something that is not chocolate. The peachiness is really present...no mistaking it. I'd like to try this with other fruits sometime." —Linda T

Peach and Goat Cheese Tartine

"Fantastic appetizer! I used a baguette and tripled the cheese, thyme and pepper. Had to have it in the broiler close to 10 minutes at 6" from heat. It was a HUGE success! I will be making this again for certain!" —SIMIBURTONS

Chef John's Peach Cobbler

"This is an excellent recipe! This recipe calls for self-rising flour, NOT all-purpose, and there is a difference! I made this as directed, subbing cinnamon for the 5-spice powder (I have simple tastes!) and it turned out wonderfully and was delicious!" —RainbowJewels

Chef John's Peach Pie

"I loved it! I am a true Peach Lover and this pie was a definite to-do. I thought it would be hard making the crust but it was no trouble at all. Everybody loved it and asked for the recipe; I happily obliged them." —RickyShoemaker

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