We’re celebrating summer by rounding up our favorite 40 peach desserts! From cobblers to crisps to no-churn ice creams to cakes, we have plenty of options for using up those fresh summer peaches below.
Looking for some inspiration on how to use those fresh summer peaches?
We’re in the midst of peach season as we speak, which runs from May through September with its peak in July and August. I have definitely been stocking up on peaches weekly from Whole Foods and the farmers’ markets.
You may be looking for that perfect old-fashioned peach cobbler recipe or a new spin on old favorites. You may have come here craving peach pies with flaky, buttery crusts or a frozen peach dessert to help cool off summer’s unforgiving heat. Or you might be looking for lightened-up, healthier options where the fresh peaches shine.
Whatever you’re looking for, you’ve come to the right place! Below you’ll find our favorite peach desserts broken into the following categories:
- Peach Cobblers, Crisps, and Crumbles
- Peach Pies, Tarts, and Bars
- Peach Cakes, Cheesecakes, and Cupcakes
- Frozen Peach Treats
- Lightened-Up Peach Desserts
Here are 40 ideas to turn your fresh peaches into a delicious summer treat.
40 Peach Dessert Recipes
Peach Cobblers, Crisps, and Crumbles
When it comes to peach desserts, the three C's just can't be beat: Cobblers, crisps, and crumbles! Here are our favorites.
Old-Fashioned Peach Cobbler
You really can not beat a good old-fashioned peach cobbler. We love this version — which uses simple ingredients such as brown sugar, vanilla, a splash of bourbon, and a pinch of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
Peach Cobbler with Flaky Sourdough Biscuits
If you want to try a new spin on the classic peach cobbler, give this version a whirl. Jammy peaches get crowned with cinnamon sugar and light and flaky sourdough biscuits, making this recipe a great way to use that pandemic sourdough starter!
Peach Cobbler in a Jar (Gluten Free + Vegan)
If you’re craving a new way to serve up cobbler or looking for a fun individually-sized party dessert, we love these little peach cobbler mason jars. Bonus: This recipe is both gluten-free and vegan!
Gluten-Free Peach and Plum Crumble
We adore combining peaches with another summer superstar: Plums! This crumble features a delicious, crisp gluten-free topping and a juicy fruit filling.
Bourbon Peach Crisp With Amaretti
The star of this crisp is the delicious cinnamon-laced topping that features crunchy Italian amaretti cookies.
Easy Homemade Raspberry Peach Crisp
There’s no doubt that peaches and raspberries are incredible together. This fruit crisp, crowned with a buttery crumb topping, pairs them to perfection.
Skillet Peach Crisp
Cooking a peach crisp in a cast iron skillet is one of our absolute favorite ways to serve this peach dessert. The skillet keeps the crisp warm for longer and is perfect for serving family style.
Keto Peach Cobbler
Craving cobbler but following a keto diet? Not a problem with this keto peach cobbler recipe, featuring a fluffy biscuit topping.
Peach Pies, Tarts, and Bars
Peach tarts, bars, and pies (oh my!) are the perfect summer dessert when you want to impress.
Summer Peach Hand Pies
There aren't many peach desserts that are more adorable than these individual hand pies.
Vegan Summer Fruit Galette
This vegan galette lets summer stone fruit shine. The fruit filling includes nectarines and apricots alongside peaches, all wrapped in a vegan coconut oil crust.
Bourbon Peach Pie with Brown Butter Pie Crust
Bourbon and peaches are a match made in heaven, especially when combined with brown butter pie crust, brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla.
Summer Peach Tart
This vegan and gluten-free tart is almost too pretty to eat. The crust — made from oats, buckwheat groats, cashews, and dates — gets filled with a creamy peach purée that’s sweetened with maple syrup.
Fresh Peach Crumb Bars
Don't feel like making a whole pie? These easy-to-make peach crumb bars are the perfect handheld summer treat!
Fried Peach Pies
Not sure how peach pie could possibly get any better? Let us introduce you to crispy, flaky fried peach pies.
Vegan Mango Peach Pies
How adorable are these mini vegan pies? These sweet summery pies feature juicy mangos and peaches and a flaky vegan crust.
Peach Custard Bars
If you're craving custard, cookies, and pies all at once, we love these peach custard bars. This peach dessert features a sugar cookie crust and a velvety custard filling.
Peach Cakes, Cheesecakes, and Cupcakes
Our favorite peach cakes, from pound cakes to cheesecakes.
Peach Upside Down Cake
Move over pineapples, there’s a new upside down cake fruit in town! We’re obsessed with this peach dessert that features moist cake — scented with vanilla beans and brown sugar — and a caramelized peach crown.
Peaches and Cream Cupcakes
Peaches and cream are a beloved pair for good reason. We love these cupcakes, that are crowned with fluffy whipped cream and stuffed with a jammy, spiced peach filling.
Peach Olive Oil Cake
This buttermilk and lemon-laced cake gets its moistness from fragrant, fruity olive oil that pairs wonderfully with ripe peaches.
Easy Strawberry Peach Shortcake with Buttermilk Biscuits
Bring your summer strawberry shortcake game to the next level with this strawberry and peach combo version, featuring homemade buttermilk drop biscuits.
Fresh Peach Cupcakes with Brown Butter Maple Frosting
We love these peach cupcakes, made with Greek yogurt and cinnamon and topped with a creamy brown butter maple frosting.
Vegan No-Bake Peach Cheesecake
This dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan cheesecake features an almond crust and creamy cashew filling. Best of all, it's no-bake!
Bourbon Peach Streusel Cheesecake
There's peach cheesecake, and then there's bourbon peach streusel cheesecake. And we're going with the latter.
Caramel Peach Dump Cake
Peach desserts don't get much easier than a dump cake, and this version is full of rich flavor thanks to a decadent caramel sauce.
Peach Cake with Brown Sugar Frosting
This delicious sheet cake is perfect for celebrating summer birthdays or potlucks. The buttery brown sugar frosting makes it!
Two Step Fresh Peach Pound Cake
This internet favorite comes together in just two steps to create a moist, buttery pound cake that's infused with fresh peaches and peach schnapps.
Gluten-Free Peach Cake
Craving cake but need it gluten-free? This buttery cake requires just a few ingredients and really lets the fresh peaches shine.
Frozen Peach Treats
Our favorite frosty, frozen peach desserts from ice creams to granitas to pops!
Minty Peach Granita
This frosty granita can be made with bourbon for a boozy kick or as a non-alcoholic treat. Both versions use a refreshing, three-ingredient fresh mint syrup. Since they're so simple to whip up, you can make both the cocktail version for the adults and bourbon-free variety for the little ones!
No-Churn Peach Ice Cream
No ice cream machine? No problem. This easy no-churn ice cream is made with just six simple ingredients and really lets those juicy fresh peaches shine!
Peach Melba Popsicles
Peach melba is a classic dessert that combines peaches with raspberry sauce. This recipe turns all of those flavors into popsicle form, sweetened with a fragrant thyme syrup that we love!
Fresh Peach Gelato
This sweet stone fruit gelato features ripe peaches rippled throughout a creamy Sicilian-style vanilla bean gelato.
Peach Margarita Sorbet
When your peach sorbet needs a little kick, reach for this silver tequila-infused and margarita-inspired recipe to get the party started!
Peach Frozen Yogurt
When you want a creamy frozen treat (that's a little lighter than ice cream!), this naturally sweetened peach frozen yogurt can't be beat.
Creamy Peach and Honey Popsicles
If you prefer your FroYo in popsicle form, we recommend these creamy peach pops that are sweetened with honey and vanilla.
Lightened-Up Peach Desserts
These sweet and nutritious peach recipes contain less sugar and healthy ingredients like Greek yogurt, chia seeds, and oats.
Grilled Peaches With Greek Yogurt and Maple Syrup
Nothing beats a grilled peach. We love this easy and healthy recipe that combines juicy grilled peaches with protein-packed Greek yogurt, maple syrup, spices, and crunchy nuts.
10-Ingredient Healthy Peach Crisp
This vegan and gluten-free recipe is made with simple ingredients such as coconut sugar, almond flour, maple syrup, and vanilla.
4-Ingredient Peach Chia Pudding
This easy dessert is made from just four ingredients but still makes a stunning presentation! It’s also vegan, gluten-free, and keto-friendly.
Vegan Peaches and Cream
This light and creamy vegan peach dessert features a delicious dairy-free and naturally sweetened cashew cream and is topped with maple cinnamon skillet granola.
Healthy Peach Crumble Whole Wheat Donuts
Healthy peach donuts? Sign us up! We love this version, made with whole wheat flour and Greek yogurt.
Baked Peaches With Maple Syrup
Baking peaches with cinnamon and maple syrup is one of the most delicious (and easiest) peach desserts. You can serve these with Greek yogurt for brunch or with whipped cream for dessert!
We hope that you loved this round-up of 40 peach desserts! Let us know below which one you’re most excited to try first! Craving more? Check out all of our dessert recipes here.
- Skillet Coconut Oil Brownies
- Strawberry Shortcake Skillet
- Mini Lemon Roasted Strawberry Cakes
- Gluten-Free Blueberry Ginger-Lemon Crisp
- Salted Caramel Apple Hand Pies
- Red Berry Rhubarb Hand Pies
What a great collection of peach desserts here! I can’t wait to eat my way through them all, LOL!!
These are all such great desserts! I love having peaches in the summer!