Peach Simple Syrup is an easy way to capture the sweet flavor of fresh peaches and enjoy it long after a basket of ripe peaches has made its way into your kitchen. Made with just fresh peaches, sugar, and water, this homemade peach simple syrup is perfect for adding real peach flavor to drinks, desserts, and breakfast favorites all summer long.
As the peaches gently simmer, they release their natural juices and sweetness into the syrup, creating a smooth, flavorful base that’s far more versatile than you might expect. Whether you’re stirring it into homemade lemonade, sweetening iced tea, flavoring coffee, or drizzling it over pancakes and ice cream, one simple batch can be used in countless ways throughout the week.
Once you’ve made a jar of this simple syrup, be sure to try it in Peach Lemonade and Peach Iced Tea, or drizzle it over Brown Butter Peach Custard Ice Cream. It’s also a delicious finishing touch for Sourdough Peach Cobbler with Fresh Milled Flour when you want an extra burst of fresh peach flavor.
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Ingredients
Variations & Add-Ins
Recipe Tips
Choose ripe peaches for the best flavor – The sweeter and more fragrant your peaches are, the more flavorful your syrup will be. Look for peaches that give slightly when gently pressed and have a rich peach aroma. Very firm peaches won’t release as much natural sweetness while simmering.
Peeling is optional – Peeling the peaches creates a smoother, clearer syrup, but it’s not required. If you leave the skins on, the syrup may have a slightly deeper color and a little more peach flavor. Either way, you’ll strain the fruit before storing the syrup.
Dice the peaches into small pieces – Smaller pieces break down more quickly as they simmer, allowing more juice and flavor to infuse the syrup. This also shortens the cooking time and makes it easier to mash the peaches.
Don’t skip the steeping time – After simmering, let the peaches steep in the hot syrup for 15 to 20 minutes before straining. This extra step draws out even more peach flavor without making the syrup overly thick.
Strain gently for the clearest syrup – Pour the syrup through a fine-mesh strainer and lightly press the peaches with the back of a spoon to extract the remaining liquid. Pressing too firmly can force pulp through the strainer, creating a cloudier syrup.
Let the syrup cool completely – Cooling the syrup before storing it helps prevent condensation inside the jar and keeps the flavor fresh. It also ensures your drinks stay cold instead of becoming diluted by warm syrup.
Keep a jar in the refrigerator – Once you have Peach Simple Syrup on hand, it’s easy to stir into Peach Lemonade, Peach Iced Tea, sparkling water, coffee, or drizzle over Brown Butter Peach Custard Ice Cream whenever you want a little extra peach flavor.
Label the jar with the date – Labeling the jar makes it easy to keep track of freshness and use it while the flavor is at its best.
Instructions
- Combine the ingredients – In a medium saucepan, combine the organic cane sugar, water, and diced peaches.
- Dissolve the sugar – Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar has completely dissolved.
- Mash the peaches – Reduce the heat to low and gently mash the peaches with the back of a wooden spoon to help release their juices and natural flavor.
- Simmer – Continue simmering for about 10 minutes, allowing the peaches to fully infuse the syrup.
- Steep – Remove the saucepan from the heat, cover, and let the peaches steep for 15 to 20 minutes. This extra steeping time creates an even richer peach flavor.
- Strain – Pour the syrup through a fine-mesh strainer into a clean glass jar or bottle. Lightly press the peaches with the back of a spoon to extract the remaining syrup, then discard the solids.
- Cool completely – Allow the Peach Simple Syrup to cool completely before using or storing it in the refrigerator.
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Freezing and Storage
- Refrigerator – Store the syrup in an airtight glass jar or bottle in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Use a clean spoon each time or pour directly from the bottle to help keep it fresh.
- Freezer – Freeze Peach Simple Syrup in freezer-safe containers or silicone ice cube trays for up to 3 months. Once frozen, transfer the cubes to a freezer bag so you can thaw only what you need.
- Thawing – Thaw frozen syrup overnight in the refrigerator or place the container in a bowl of cool water until it’s pourable again.
- Make Ahead – This syrup is perfect for making ahead during peach season. Keep a jar in the refrigerator so it’s ready whenever you’re craving homemade lemonade, iced tea, coffee, or your favorite peach desserts.
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Peach Simple Syrup
Prep:5 minutes Cook:10 minutes Total:15 minutes Equipment
- Medium saucepan
- Wooden spoon
- Fine mesh strainer
- Measuring cups
- Sharp knife
- Cutting Board
- Airtight glass jar or bottle
Ingredients
- 1 cup organic cane sugar 200 grams
- 1 cup water 240 grams
- 2 cups fresh peaches peeled and diced, about 300 grams
Instructions
- Combine the ingredients – Add the organic cane sugar, water, and diced peaches to a medium saucepan, stirring everything together before placing it over medium heat.
- Dissolve the sugar – Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar has completely dissolved and the peaches begin to soften.
- Mash the peaches – Reduce the heat to low and gently mash the peaches with the back of a wooden spoon. This helps release more of their juice and natural peach flavor into the syrup.
- Simmer the syrup – Let the syrup simmer gently for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the peaches are very soft and the syrup is fragrant.
- Steep the flavors – Remove the saucepan from the heat, cover, and let the peaches steep for 15 to 20 minutes. This extra steeping time allows the fresh peach flavor to become even richer.
- Strain the syrup – Pour the syrup through a fine-mesh strainer into a clean glass jar or bottle. Gently press the peaches with the back of a spoon to extract as much syrup as possible without forcing large pieces of fruit through the strainer. Discard the solids.
- Cool and store – Allow the Peach Simple Syrup to cool completely before using or transferring it to the refrigerator for storage.
Notes
Expert Tip – Choose ripe, fragrant peaches for the best flavor. Gently pressing the peaches while straining helps extract more syrup without making it cloudy.
Serving Suggestion – Stir Peach Simple Syrup into Peach Lemonade, Peach Iced Tea, sparkling water, cocktails, mocktails, or iced coffee. It’s also delicious drizzled over pancakes, waffles, yogurt, fresh fruit, or vanilla ice cream, and makes a wonderful soak for cake layers or addition to homemade whipped cream.
Flavor Variation – Add a sprig of fresh mint, a cinnamon stick, a slice of fresh ginger, or a strip of lemon peel while the syrup simmers for a subtle flavor twist. Remove any aromatics before straining the syrup.
Emily Rider
Home miller since 1999 with fresh-milled flour & sourdough experience. Sharing from-scratch recipes and traditional kitchen skills, rooted in the seasons and inspired by everyday cottage living and seasonal rhythms.
