3-Ingredient Ginger-Peach Ice Cream Floats

A refreshing summer dessert combining tender poached peaches, spicy ginger beer, and creamy vanilla ice cream for a sophisticated twist on the classic ice cream float.

4 servings
35 min

Ingredients

  • 4 whole small peaches
  • 4 cans ginger beer
  • 1 pint vanilla ice cream

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Cook peaches in a large pot of boiling water 1 minute, then submerge in ice water. Slip off skins. Slice into 1/4" wedges.

    5 min

  2. 2.

    Bring peaches and 3 cups ginger beer to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until peaches are fork-tender, about 5 minutes. Let cool completely.

    25 min

  3. 3.

    To assemble floats, divide peaches among tall glasses and pour 1 Tbsp. poaching liquid over each; reserve remaining poaching liquid for another use. Top with 2 scoops of ice cream, then pour remaining 3 cups ginger beer over. Serve with spoons and straws.

    5 min

  4. 4.

    Peaches can be poached up to 3 days ahead. Transfer to an airtight container and chill.