Peach and Basil Ice Cream Sundae with Honey Drizzle

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-31 · Updated 2026-05-31

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A refreshing summer dessert featuring ripe peaches and fragrant basil, served with creamy vanilla ice cream and a sweet honey drizzle. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, layers ripe peaches, fresh basil leaves, granulated sugar into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 260 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Serves 4 American cuisine 260 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 medium, pitted and sliced ripe peaches
8 leaves, thinly sliced fresh basil leaves
2 tbsp granulated sugar
1 tbsp lemon juice
4 scoops vanilla ice cream
3 tbsp honey

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 2 medium pitted and sliced peaches with 2 tbsp granulated sugar, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 8 thinly sliced fresh basil leaves; toss gently and let macerate for 15 minutes until juicy.
Step 2: Divide 4 scoops of vanilla ice cream evenly into four serving bowls.
Step 3: Top each scoop of ice cream with the macerated peach and basil mixture, ensuring some juice is included.
Step 4: Drizzle 3 tbsp honey evenly over all sundaes just before serving for a glossy, sweet finish.