The fuzzy peach is most closely identified with the Deep South, particularly Georgia. Its juicy, sweet, fragrant flesh is a favorite in pies, pastries, and desserts, but creative chefs have found marvelous uses for the peach in a variety of savory dishes, including those with poultry, pork, and seafood.
In many recipes, the ingredient list specifies peach measurements in pounds, or if sliced, chopped, or pureed, the amount is usually in cups. But how do you know how many peaches are in a pound, or how many peaches equal the amount of sliced peaches? Maybe the recipe calls for a peach puree. All of these measurements can lead to confusion and second-guessing. You can also be stumped if the recipe stipulates fresh and you only have canned or frozen. Knowing some basic equivalents will allow you to cook and bake with whatever kind of peaches you have on hand.
If peaches aren’t in season and you don’t have any frozen peaches on hand, you can use canned peaches for most baked recipes. Keep in mind that canned peaches are cooked (even if they’re raw packed), so they’ll be softer and more tender compared to the texture of a fresh or frozen peach.
Peach Weight Equivalents
If you dont own a kitchen scale, determining how many peaches are in a pound can be tricky. In general, when your recipe calls for 1 pound of peaches, you can use:
- 3 to 4 medium peaches
- 2 3/4 to 3 cups sliced peaches
- 2 1/4 cups chopped peaches
- 2 cups puréed peaches
Of course, these equivalents are approximate since peaches range in size, but this will give you a place to start.
Converting Fresh Whole Peaches to Cups
So the peach pie you are making calls for 2 cups of sliced fresh peaches. Just how many peaches do you need to buy? Whether youre at the grocery store or at a farmers market, staring at rows of fresh peaches, knowing some basic equivalents will help you plan for your favorite recipes.
| About 2 medium peaches | 1 cup sliced peaches |
| 1 1/2 to 2 medium peaches | 1 cup chopped peaches |
| About 4 medium peaches | 1 cup peach puree |
Easy & Fast PEACH COBBLER Recipe (Made With Canned Peaches)
FAQ
How many fresh peaches equal a can of peaches?
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1 cup sliced peaches
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10 ounces frozen peaches
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6 to 10 sliced peaches
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1 (16-ounce) can peaches
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2 cups sliced peaches
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1 (16-ounce) can peaches
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2 3/4 cups peaches
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1 pound dried peaches
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5 1/4 cups cooked peaches
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1 pound dried peaches
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Is it better to use fresh or canned peaches for cobbler?
Are canned peaches the same as fresh?
Why do canned peaches taste different?
Can I substitute frozen Peaches for canned peaches?
If you don’t have canned peaches, it’s fine to substitute fresh peaches or frozen peaches. Bring frozen peaches to room temperature before baking, or your peach cobbler will take much longer to bake. Don’t skip tossing your sliced peaches with sugar in step one of the recipe. The sugar binds to the juice coming out of the fruit to make the sauce.
Is there a substitute for Pecan?
Cashews may be the closest tree nut substitute for pecans in terms of their sweetness, texture, and use in cooking. They are also nutritionally similar. They are closely matched in calories, fats, vitamins and minerals and although pecans have more fiber and less protein, these are essentially minor differences. Both pecans and cashews are healthy foods to add to the diet. Consuming a variety of nuts and seeds regularly is brilliant. Raw or dry roasted nuts or seeds are usually the healthiest choice to avoid added salt, sugar, and unnecessary oils.
Are fresh peaches better than canned peaches?
The texture of a fresh peach is firmer and less mushy than frozen or canned peaches, so they’re the way to go for grilled peach or fruit salad recipes. Baked goods with peaches have a more vibrant color and robust texture compared to the same recipe made with preserved peaches.
Can you substitute canned peaches for peach cobbler?
This super easy Southern style homemade peach cobbler is made using ripe, juicy yellow peaches but you may substitute the fresh peaches with canned peaches as well if you do not have fresh peaches. Peach cobbler is one of the most popular American Southern desserts and it is so delicious and yummy!