Mint Syrup with Peaches
This mint syrup with peaches is the ultimate easy peach dessert! The pure minty drizzle highlights the natural sweet juiciness of the peaches.
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the mint syrup
- Large handful of mint stems with leaves
- 1 cup water
- 2 cups sugar
For the fruit
- 1/2 pint blackberries
- 1/2 pint raspberries
- 2 peaches
- Mint leaves
- Mint syrup (above)
Instructions
- Make the mint syrup: Remove the leaves from the mint and reserve for a garnish. Roughly cut the mint stems and place them in a medium saucepan. Add 1 cup water and 2 cups sugar; bring to a simmer for a few minutes until thickened. Remove from the heat and cool for about 1 hour while the mint seeps. When cool, strain into an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 6 months.
- Slice the peaches. Place the berries and peaches on a plate; drizzle with mint syrup and garnish with mint leaves.