Capture the taste of summer with this Peach Simple Syrup, filled with sweet, juicy peach flavor. With only three ingredients and a few easy steps, you’ll have a homemade syrup ready for mocktails, lemonade, ice cream, and more.
Peach simple syrup is an easy way to turn ordinary drinks and desserts into something special. Drizzle it over oatmeal, stir a splash into tea, add it to mocktails, or spoon it over ice cream. Unlike many store-bought options, this recipe is homemade and free of artificial flavors.
What I love about peach simple syrup
- Summer flavor: Preserve the bright, peachy flavor of summer to enhance desserts and drinks all season long.
- Super simple: With only three ingredients—water, sugar, and peaches—this syrup is quick to make and perfect for using extra fresh or canned peaches.
- Versatile: Use it in cocktails (or mocktails), lemonades, sodas, baked goods, or as a topping for pancakes, waffles, or ice cream.
- Make-ahead friendly: Store in the refrigerator for convenient use; it keeps well and saves time on busy days.
Can I use canned peaches?
Yes. Drain canned peaches thoroughly before using. Frozen peaches also work—thaw and drain any excess liquid. Fresh peaches are ideal when in season for the best flavor.
What you need
- Water – Plain tap or filtered water works fine.
- Sugar – White granulated sugar gives a neutral flavor; brown, coconut, or raw sugars can be used for different notes and colors.
- Peaches – Fresh, frozen, or canned peaches provide the flavor. You can swap in other fruits to create different syrups (strawberry, raspberry, blueberry, etc.).
How to make simple syrup
Mix: Combine equal parts water and sugar in a medium saucepan and whisk until combined.
Add the fruit: Stir in 1 ½ cups of sliced peaches (fresh or frozen).
Boil: Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, whisking occasionally until the sugar dissolves.
Steep and strain: Remove the pan from heat and let the peaches steep for about 45 minutes. Pour the syrup through a fine-mesh strainer into a clean glass bottle, pressing the fruit to extract all the flavor.
Pro tip: Strain thoroughly for a smooth, silky syrup. Press the fruit as you strain to capture maximum peach flavor.
Can I make simple syrup in advance?
Yes. Store the syrup in a sealed glass jar or mason jar. It will keep 1–2 weeks at room temperature and up to a month refrigerated. Discard if it becomes cloudy or develops off smells.
How to thicken fruit syrups
For a thicker syrup suitable for pancakes or drizzling, simmer the mixture longer to reduce liquid and concentrate the syrup. For beverages, keep the syrup lighter so it blends easily into drinks.
Ways to customize simple syrup
- Citrus twist: Add lemon, orange, or lime slices while steeping for a bright citrus note.
- Mint infusion: Drop in a few fresh mint leaves during steeping to make aromatic syrups ideal for mojitos and summer drinks.
Similar recipes you’ll love
- Non-alcoholic white sangria made with fresh fruit—perfect for summer gatherings.
- Fresh peach syrup spooned over sourdough French toast for a decadent breakfast.
- Virgin strawberry margaritas and other fruity mocktails for warm-weather sipping.
- Pina colada mocktails for poolside refreshment.
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Peach Simple Syrup
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 ½ cup sliced peaches (fresh or frozen)
Instructions
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Add 1 cup water and 1 cup sugar to a saucepan and whisk to combine.
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Stir in 1 ½ cups sliced peaches (fresh or frozen).
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Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, whisking occasionally until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and let steep for 45 minutes.
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Strain through a fine-mesh strainer into a clean glass bottle, pressing the fruit to extract all the juice.
Notes
Make ahead and storage
Make ahead: This syrup can be made in advance and stored for convenient use in drinks, coffee, or over pancakes.
Storage: Keep in an airtight glass jar at room temperature for 1–2 weeks or refrigerated up to a month. Discard if it becomes cloudy or develops an off odor.
Recipe variations
- Different sugars: Substitute cane, brown, coconut, date, or raw sugar to change flavor and color slightly.
- Citrus: Add lemon, orange, or lime while steeping for a bright citrus note.
- Mint: Add fresh mint leaves during steeping for an herbal twist ideal for mojitos and summer drinks.
- Peach options: Use fresh peaches in season or frozen peaches year-round for consistent results.