42 peach recipes for juicy summer desserts, fresh salads and easy bakes

Nothing says summer sipping like a cold glass of homemade iced tea, finished with real peach slices and fresh mint

This classic French dessert can be prepped ahead of time, perfect for entertaining. You can also top with crushed meringue and whipped cream for an easy eton mess-style pudding

Juicy peaches give a sweet contrast to creamy burrata and salty serrano ham in this showstopping summer salad

The peaches retain their floral aroma in this summery cake and match perfectly with the soft, fragrant thyme and zingy lemon

These grilled halloumi kebabs are made pretty special by the contrast of salty cheese, sweet-sour pickled peaches and spicy chipotle-thyme yogurt

The classic combo of peaches and cream makes for an easy and delicious upside-down cake. Adding clotted cream to the batter gives the sponge a fluffy texture and rich flavour

Check out our vibrant and crunchy peach crumble recipe with succulent smacked peaches and tart raspberries. It's perfect for a light summer dessert

The pickled jalapeño brine isn’t necessary here but it adds a saline note that complements the tequila

This peach and almond tart is a little effort to make, but the results are delicious, with a light hazelnut and almond frangipane holding the poached peach slices. You can skip the pastry making part of this recipe if you like and use a ready-made sweet pastry

Ready-made custard and meringue nests make this an effortless dessert that's great for entertaining. You can swap in good-quality peaches in syrup if you fancy, but fresh, velvety soft peaches are hard to beat

A simple summer dessert, made with fresh peaches, cinnamon and a sugary cobbler crust. Serve with scoops of vanilla ice cream

Peach melba is a classic British dessert created to honour the Australian soprano Nellie Melba. Try the summery combination of peaches and raspberries in this sweet and tart treat

The perfect storecupboard bake. Use up that tin of peaches with this light and fluffy sponge cake, topped with a soured cream frosting

Make your own refreshing cordial with simple ingredients: peaches, basil, sugar and lemon juice. This cooling fruit tipple is perfect for summer sipping

The best semi-freddo recipe: made with Greek yoghurt and peaches. Crushed sesame snaps add a clever twist. Serve as a lighter pudding for friends and family, ideal for a weekend meal

Peaches and raspberries make the best fruit trifles. Shop bought cake makes this classic summer pud so easy and individual desserts always look good

Tangy peach sauce makes a great, simple twist to classic crispy duck pancakes. It's so much more satisfying than calling a takeaway

The grilled peaches deliver a satisfying sweetness, balanced by the zing of lime-pickled shallots and the smoky nuttiness of toasted pecans in this vibrant vegan salad

With just the right amount of crunch on the outside and a chewy marshmallow filling, this impressive, foolproof recipe will make a showstopping dessert at your next dinner party

A frangipane tart is a treat for friends and family, especially if you make the pastry too. This easy-to-follow recipe is the best pudding for a crowd.

These bourbon and butter roast peaches are inspired by Southern US recipes where households often have a peach tree in the yard. Try to get yellow-fleshed peaches rather than white

Check out these prosecco poached peaches with raspberries. This colourful fruity recipe is sweet yet light. It's gluten-free and a great quick and easy summertime dessert

Friands, mini French-style muffins made with ground almonds are so easy to make. Follow this simple recipe and treat your friends and family to these pretty, ricotta and fruit-filled delights