Description
The Best Peach Pie is a delightful celebration of summer, bringing the sweet, juicy flavors of fresh peaches into your kitchen. This recipe features a gooey peach filling enhanced by a surprising hint of smoked paprika, all nestled in a buttery, flaky crust. Topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, this pie is not just a dessert; it’s an experience that leaves everyone asking for seconds. Perfect for family gatherings or picnics, this easy-to-make peach pie combines simplicity and sophistication, making it an irresistible addition to any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 discs pie crust
- 2 lbs fresh yellow peaches (about 6–7 peaches)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 3/4 cup white granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup + 1 tbsp tapioca starch
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter (for topping)
- 1 egg yolk + 1 tbsp milk (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Prepare the pie crust using your favorite recipe and chill.
- Peel and cut peaches into 1-inch cubes.
- In a bowl, combine cubed peaches with lemon juice, sugar, tapioca starch, vanilla extract, and paprika.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out one dough disc and place it in a pie dish; fill with peach mixture.
- Roll out the second disc, create a lattice top, and place it over the filling.
- Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with sugar and butter.
- Bake for 40-50 minutes until golden and bubbly; cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (125g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Fresh peaches yield the best flavor; choose ripe ones for optimal sweetness. For variation, experiment with spices like cinnamon or add berries to the filling. Allow cooling time to set the filling properly before slicing.