The combination of soft peaches, smooth crème fraîche and a refreshing granita will ensure this kids recipe is a big hit with the little ones. Adults can enjoy their own version by marinating the strawberries in strawberry or peach liqueur.
To make the syrup, peel 1 strip of zest off the lemon and add to a pan with the water, sugar, lemon juice and vanilla. Bring to the boil and then reduce to a low heat
Place the peach halves into the hot syrup and cook over a low heat until tender. This may take less than 5 minutes or up to 15 depending on the ripeness of the peach, so keep testing
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Allow the peaches to cool in the syrup, then remove and discard the skins, set aside
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For the granita, place the strawberries into a heatproof bowl. Add the peach juice and the lemon juice
Place the bowl over a pan of simmering water and cook for around 40 minutes or until the strawberries break down and release all the juice
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Pass the liquid through a fine sieve and add 30g of sugar to sweeten (optional). Freeze in a large container, stirring every 30 minutes with a fork to make the ice slushy, until fully frozen
30g of sugar
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Place a peach half in each bowl or glass. Wash and quarter the strawberries and scatter over the peach. Top with the granita and finish with the crème fraîche before serving