In July, berries are plentiful—fresh from the market, full of flavor, and perfect for light summer recipes. 🍓🫐 Our July recipes celebrate this colorful diversity and show how easy it is to conjure up delicious and healthy refreshments with seasonal fruit.

1. Frozen fruit ice cream with berries and peach

A summer treat – light and healthy! This vegan ice cream is made only from frozen fruit – completely milk or sugar-free. Ideal for kids and adults who want to treat themselves to something healthy on hot days.

Ingredients (for approx. 4 servings):

• 2 ripe peaches (pitted, frozen)
• 1 handful of raspberries (frozen)
• 1 handful of currants or blackberries (frozen)
• 1 ripe banana (sliced, frozen)
• Optional: 1 tbsp maple syrup or agave syrup or 3 tsp sweetened condensed milk
  

Preparation:

1. Freeze all fruit at least 4 hours in advance.
2. Blend frozen ingredients in a high-performance blender until creamy.
3. Serve immediately or refreeze for firmer balls.
   

💡 Tip: This ice cream is a perfect summer project for kids—simple, natural, and delicious. Made with regional fruit, straight from the German July seasonal calendar.

2. Summery peach and berry smoothie

This seasonal smoothie brings pure summer joy to your glass this July! Ripe peaches and fresh berries like raspberries, blackberries, and currants provide you with an extra dose of vitamin C and antioxidants – all without added sugar.

Ingredients (for 2 glasses):

• 2 ripe peaches
• 1 handful of raspberries
• 1 handful of blackberries
• 1 handful of currants (picked)
• 100 ml cold water or coconut water
• Optional: 1 tsp linseed oil or ½ banana (for a creamier consistency)

Preparation:

1. Pit the peaches and chop them roughly.
2. Wash berries thoroughly and drain well.
3. Put all ingredients in the blender and puree until smooth.
4. Enjoy straight or serve with ice cubes.

💡 Tip: Use frozen berries for even more refreshment – ​​ideal on hot summer days.