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peeled peaches in bowl.

How To Peel Peaches

Author: Sarah Jenkins
This incredibly easy method for how to peel peaches will save you so much time and energy! Best of all, you don't even need a knife!
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Course tips
Cuisine American
Calories

Ingredients
  

  • peaches
  • water
  • ice

Instructions
 

  • Wash your peaches.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
  • Place the peaches in the boiling water for about 15 – 20 seconds (this is called blanching), then remove with a slotted spoon.
  • Place blanched peaches in a large bowl of ice-cold water to stop them from cooking through.
  • After a couple of minutes, remove the peaches from the ice bath and score the skin with a paring knife.
  • Using your fingers, peel the skin from each peach.
Keyword blanching, cooking tips, peeling fruit
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