1. In a medium saucepan, combine diced peaches, raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice over medium heat.
2. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 10-15 minutes until fruit breaks down and mixture becomes thick and jammy.
3. Remove from heat and let cool completely to room temperature—this is crucial to prevent melting the ice cream.
4. Remove ice cream from freezer and let soften for 15 minutes until easily spreadable but not melted.
5. Gently fold the cooled fruit mixture into the softened ice cream until evenly distributed.
6. Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with plastic wrap, leaving plenty of overhang for easy removal.
7. Spread half the ice cream mixture evenly in the prepared dish.
8. Arrange 6 whole graham crackers in a single layer over the ice cream, breaking to fit as needed.
9. Spread remaining ice cream mixture over graham crackers and smooth the top.
10. Top with remaining 6 graham crackers, pressing gently to adhere.
11. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 4 hours or overnight until completely firm.
12. Lift out using plastic wrap overhang and cut into individual squares with a sharp, warmed knife.

Nutrition Information (Per Sandwich):

• Calories: 245
• Carbohydrates: 38g
• Protein: 4g
• Fat: 9g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sodium: 95mg
• Vitamin C: 25% DV (from peaches and raspberries)
• Calcium: 12% DV (from ice cream)

Peaches and raspberries provide vitamin C and antioxidants, while the combination offers natural fruit sugars and fiber

Notes:

• Make sure fruit mixture is completely cool before mixing with ice cream
• Work quickly when folding fruit into ice cream to prevent melting
• Don’t skip the plastic wrap lining—it makes removal so much easier
• Freeze for at least 4 hours for clean cuts; overnight is even better
• Warm your knife under hot water for the cleanest slicing

Storage Tips:

• Store covered in freezer for up to 1 month for best quality
• Wrap individual sandwiches in plastic wrap or parchment for easy serving
• Let sit at room temperature 5-10 minutes before cutting for cleanest slices
• Keep a sharp knife handy and warm it between cuts

Serving Suggestions:

• Elegant: Garnished with fresh raspberry and peach slices
• Fancy: Drizzled with raspberry coulis or peach puree
• Classic: Simply dusted with powdered sugar before serving
• Party Perfect: Cut into smaller squares for bite-sized treats

Mix It Up (Recipe Variations):

• Chocolate Peach Melba: Use chocolate graham crackers for extra indulgence
• Berry Medley Sandwiches: Add strawberries and blueberries to the fruit mixture
• Almond Peach Melba: Include sliced almonds in the fruit for classic Escoffier style
• Lighter Version: Use frozen yogurt instead of ice cream for fewer calories

What Makes This Recipe Special:

This recipe honors the classic Peach Melba created by Auguste Escoffier while transforming it into a modern, portable treat. The technique of cooking the fruit mixture concentrates the flavors and prevents ice crystals, while the graham cracker layers provide delightful textural contrast that makes each bite both creamy and crunchy.