Description
Indulge in the taste of summer with this Fresh Peach Pie recipe. Bursting with sweet and juicy peaches, warm spices, and a flaky crust, this dessert is a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Filling:
- 6 cups peeled and sliced fresh peaches
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/4–1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2–1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- pinch of ginger
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch or 4–5 tablespoons of AP flour
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter in small slices
Crust:
- 2 pie crusts for a double crust pie
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon of water
- Raw sugar for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, combine peaches, lemon zest, lemon juice, sugars, spices, vanilla, and cornstarch/flour. Toss until peaches are coated.
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Prepare the Crust: Roll out half of the pie dough and place in the pie plate. Fill with the peach mixture.
- Add the Top Crust: Dot the filling with butter. Add the top crust and seal the edges. Create a decorative design if desired.
- Finish and Bake: Brush the crust with egg wash, sprinkle with sugar, and bake for 35-45 minutes until golden and bubbly.
Notes
- If using frozen peaches, adjust flour to prevent a watery filling.
- Experiment with different spice levels for a personalized touch.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Fresh Peach Pie, Peach Dessert, Summer Pie Recipe
