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peaches and wine in 2 glasses with a basket of peaches behind.
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Italian Peaches in Wine

Enjoy a classic Southern Italian dessert of fresh peaches soaked in wine. With just a few ingredients and an hour of soaking, you can enjoy this delicious summer dessert with a glass of your favourite red or white wine.
Prep Time1 hour
Course: Dessert, Drinks
Cuisine: Italian
Diet: Gluten Free, Low Lactose, Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 6
Calories: 144kcal
Author: Olivia Parsons

Ingredients

  • 5 fresh ripe peaches
  • 1-2 teaspoon sugar optional
  • 1 lemon
  • 1 bottle of dry wine red or white

Instructions

  • Peel the peaches if you prefer. Slice the peaches around the pit.
  • Place the peaches in a large bowl and toss with the sugar and the juice of ½ lemon. Let them sit for 15 minutes to macerate.
  • Place the peaches in a large pitcher or individual glasses. Cover with the wine.
  • Allow to sit for 30-60 minutes in the fridge. Then serve peaches on their own, with other fruit, or spooned over ice cream. Enjoy the infused wine on the side.

Notes

  • You can use red or white wine in this recipe. Either way, choose a dry Italian wine such as chianti, cabernet sauvignon, pinot grigio, or sauvignon blanc.
  • Use fresh peaches, not frozen peaches. They would release too much water and get soggy.
  • When selecting peaches, choose ones that are soft yet firm. They should squish slightly, but not release juice on their own.
  • Serve wine-infused peaches on their own, over ice cream, or with biscotti.
  • Store leftover peaches in a container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
 
Nutrition facts are an estimate.

Nutrition

Calories: 144kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 0.9g | Fat: 0.2g | Sodium: 6.2mg | Potassium: 271mg | Fiber: 1.4g | Sugar: 10.6g | Vitamin A: 93IU | Vitamin C: 7.7mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 0.6mg