Description
Indulge in the sweet, juicy flavors of a homemade fresh peach pie. This classic dessert features a flaky, buttery crust filled with ripe, seasonal peaches that melt in your mouth. Perfect for any summer gathering or as a delightful treat.
Ingredients
– 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 tsp salt
– 1 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
– 1/4 cup ice water
– 6 cups sliced fresh peaches (about 6-8 medium peaches)
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 2 tbsp cornstarch
– 1 tsp ground cinnamon
– 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
– 1 tbsp unsalted butter, cubed
Instructions
1. – In a food processor, pulse the flour and salt together. Add the chilled butter cubes and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
2. – Gradually add the ice water, 1 tbsp at a time, and pulse until the dough just begins to hold together.
3. – Divide the dough in half, shape each half into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
4. – Preheat the oven to 400°F.
5. – In a large bowl, gently toss the sliced peaches with the sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
6. – On a lightly floured surface, roll out one dough disk into a 12-inch circle. Carefully transfer to a 9-inch pie plate.
7. – Add the peach filling and dot the top with the cubed butter.
8. – Roll out the remaining dough disk and place it over the filling. Crimp the edges to seal and cut slits in the top to allow steam to escape.
9. – Bake for 25 minutes, then reduce the oven temperature to 350°F and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, until the crust is golden brown.
10. – Allow the pie to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
For a flakier crust, you can use a combination of butter and shortening. You can also add a tablespoon of lemon juice to the peach filling for a bit of brightness. Serve the fresh peach pie with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 30
- Cook Time: 55
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American