Riesling Poached Peaches with Mascarpone Cream
Wine Poached Peaches with Mascarpone Cream: A lighter, refreshing dessert served with a dollop of sweetened mascarpone cream, whipped cream, or even ice cream.
This Poached Peaches Recipe is a delightful summer dessert. Perfect when ripe, juicy fresh peaches are at their peak on a hot July or August night!
Wine Poached Peaches with Mascarpone Cream
After simmering the peach halves, I reduced the poaching liquid to a nice syrup. When the flavored fruit was fully chilled, I whipped up some mascarpone cream with sugar, a bit of the reserved syrup and a splash of Grand Marnier. What an incredible pairing!
By slicing the peaches from a spot below the stem, lengthwise, I was able to fan each half out on a dessert plate. A spoonful of the ambrosial cream plus a berry or two and a sprig of mint completed the presentation. It is no lie that I wanted to lick my plate clean; these poached peaches were THAT scrumptious.
How to Poach Fruit
With peach season peaking in the Northern states, I knew I wanted to poach this delectable fruit in a vanilla, honey and white wine bath to create an unforgettable dessert.
- After simmering the peach halves, reduce the poaching liquid to a nice syrup.
- Fully chill the flavored, poached fruit.
- Whip up some mascarpone cream with sugar, a bit of the reserved syrup, and a splash of Grand Marnier. What an incredible pairing!
- Slice the peaches from a spot below the stem, lengthwise, then carefully fan out the segments, keeping the peach attached at the stem end.
- Adding a dollop of the mascarpone cream, a couple of berries and a sprig of mint completed the presentation. It is no lie that I wanted to lick my plate clean; these poached peaches were THAT scrumptious.
I’ve also poached pears and apples if you’d like to try another fruit.
Poached Peaches with Mascarpone Cream
A healthier dessert featuring peaches poached in white wine, honey and vanilla.
Ingredients
- 2 fresh peaches, ripe but not soft, peeled, halved with pit removed
- Juice of half a lemon
Poaching liquid:
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup Riesling (or white wine of your choice)
- 6 tablespoons honey
- 1/2 vanilla bean, split in half
Mascarpone Cream:
- 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons Grand Marnier, or other orange liqueur
- Raspberries and mint, optional to garnish
Instructions
- Place peach halves in a large bowl and squeeze lemon juice over the surface to prevent browning.
- Combine water, wine, honey in a medium saucepan. Scrape seeds from both halves of vanilla beans and pods and seeds to poaching liquid. Heat liquid and stir till honey dissolves. Lower heat to a simmer and add peaches.
- Cover peaches with a round of parchment and simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Return peaches to the large bowl, then reduce liquid to about a cup.
- Allow the syrup to cool, reserve 1/4 cup, then pour the rest over the peaches.
- Place peaches in the refrigerator to chill completely.
- To serve, whip the mascarpone cream, sugar, Grand Marnier and reserved poaching liquid till thickened.
- Slice peaches almost all the way through, from just below the stem to the other end. Fan each half out on a plate, add a dollop of cream and a berry or two and mint sprig if desired.
Notes
Total time does not reflect chilling time.
Feel free to poach pears, nectarines or apples. Cooking time will vary depending on the variety of fruit used.
For a lighter dessert, serve with some low-fat frozen yogurt instead of the mascarpone.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 475Total Fat: 26gSaturated Fat: 15gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 76mgSodium: 284mgCarbohydrates: 51gFiber: 2gSugar: 46gProtein: 4g
47 Comments on “Riesling Poached Peaches with Mascarpone Cream”
Ever since you mentioned you were making Riesling poached peaches when we were in Florida, I’ve been thinking about this dessert. It looks so succulent, elegant, and just gorgeous!!!
Your peaches look wonderful! You can’t beat a simple fruit dessert in summer, and this one sounds great.
Mmmm…simple bliss! I love the mascarpone cream with it, too.
I totally agree Liz – the best recipes are almost always the most simple ones! This is absolutely fantastic.
Wow! Now I want peaches so much!
This is such an elegant dessert and perfect for summer!
i am totally loving the sound and look of these poached peaches.. definitely a great light dessert recipe i have to try!
Such a simple, elegant recipe. Love how you plated it.
Riesling and peaches are an incredibly delicious combination. This dessert is so elegant – I love it!
The Riesling does indeed sen to sparkle in your lovely dessert, Liz. Fantabulous idea to whip up mascarpone. Lovely!
Sunday Supper indeed!!!! I could do with a plate of these beauties for dinner. Or lunch… or breakfast for that matter!! (I love peaches!!!)
Now I am craving peaches!! 😉
Okay, I swoon. I’ve never tried poaching peaches but now I really, REALLY want to!
Aw, this is totally cool! I’ve always wanted to try poaching my fruits in wines & you got to it first, Liz!
Looks absolutely fabulous Lizzy! What a perfect treat for an end of summer evening.
xo,
Tammy<3
I am sure the Reisling gives the peaches a great flavor. So pretty too!
This is a light and luscious dessert!
Peaches poached in riesling sounds amazing! I love how pretty this dish looks – and that mascarpone cream sounds mouthwatering!
I’m not much of a wine guy. Scotch, bourbon, and whiskey for me. That being said, I’ve always wanted to get into more wines so if I see this, I’ll maybe add it to my alcohol collection.
This sounds absolutely beautiful, Liz. Thank you for sharing.