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Fresh Peach Pie Recipe

Fresh Peach Pie Recipe

4.9 from 6 reviews

This Fresh Peach Pie recipe is a delightful summer dessert that showcases the natural sweetness of ripe peaches in a flaky, buttery crust. Perfect for gatherings or a sweet treat at home.

Ingredients

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Pie Crust:

  • 1 pie crust using this recipe https://grandbaby-cakes.com/perfect-pie-crust-recipe/

Peach Filling:

  • 6 cups peeled and sliced fresh peaches (frozen is also fine)
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/41/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust this based on sweetness of peaches)
  • 1/21 tsp ground cinnamon (adjust based on your preference)
  • 1/4 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • pinch of ginger (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch (or 45 tablespoons of AP flour)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter (in small slices)
  • 1 large egg (with 1 teaspoon of water beaten)
  • Raw sugar for garnish

Instructions

  1. For The Crust: Follow the instructions for the crust here: https://grandbaby-cakes.com/perfect-pie-crust-recipe/
  2. For The Peach Filling: In a large bowl, combine peaches, lemon zest, lemon juice, sugars, spices, vanilla, and cornstarch or flour. Toss until well coated.
  3. For Assembly: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Roll out half of the pie dough and place in the pie plate. Fill with peach filling, dot with butter, add the remaining dough on top, brush with egg wash, and sprinkle with sugar.
  4. Bake for 35-45 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.

Notes

  • If using frozen peaches, adjust flour to avoid excess liquid in the filling.
  • Feel free to customize the pie crust design for a personal touch.

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Keywords: Peach Pie, Dessert, Summer, Pie Crust, Peaches