How to Peel Peaches

Peeling Peaches by boiling:

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Once boiling, add peaches. Remove peaches using a slotted spoon after 10-20 seconds.
2. Immediately immerse the peaches in an ice water water. Let soak until cool to the touch.
3. Make a small incision just into the peel of the peach using a paring knife and peel back the skin. Repeat this process until the entire peach is peeled. (You can often just use your hands to peel once you get it started.)

Pitting and Slicing after Peeling:

1. Locate the natural indentation along the midline of the peach. Cut it in half using this as your guide. Twist both halves in opposite directions to separate the pieces.
2. Remove the pit with your fingers, if possible, or use a small paring knife to cut around and remove the pit. Cut the peeled peach into slices for peach cobbler or dice it for an overnight oats recipe.

Pitting and Slicing without Peeling:

1. Locate the natural indentation along the midline of the peach. Cut it in half using this as your guide. Twist both halves in opposite directions to separate the pieces.
2. Cut around and remove the pit using a small paring knife. Slice or dice the peach to your desired size and enjoy!

Peeling with a Vegetable Peeler:

1. Place a vegetable peeler towards the stem end of the peach.
2. Using light but firm pressure, press into the peach while pulling down to remove the peel. You can also rotate the peach and remove the peel in one piece, much like you would when peeling an apple. (Peaches bruise easily, so be sure not to apply too much pressure.)
3. Repeat this process around the entire fruit until the peel is completely removed.