Description
The Best Peach Pie is a refreshing summer dessert that brings the taste of sun-ripened peaches to your table. With a luscious peach filling enhanced by a touch of smoked paprika, this pie offers a unique flavor profile that distinguishes it from traditional recipes. The buttery crust perfectly complements the juicy fruit, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings, barbecues, or simply enjoying at home. Impress your guests with this delightful treat that is as easy to prepare as it is delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 discs pie crust
- 2 lbs fresh yellow peaches, cubed
- 2 tbsp lemon or lime juice
- 3/4 cup white granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup + 1 tbsp tapioca starch
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp smoked paprika (or cinnamon)
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter (for topping)
- 1 egg yolk + 1 tbsp milk (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Prepare the pie crust according to your preferred recipe; chill if possible.
- Peel and cube the peaches into 1-inch pieces.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cubed peaches, lemon juice, sugar, tapioca starch, vanilla extract, and smoked paprika.
- Preheat your oven to 400F (200C).
- Roll out one disc of dough into a circle and place it in a pie dish; pour in the peach filling.
- Roll out the second disc and cut it into strips to create a lattice top over the filling.
- Brush with an egg wash and sprinkle with sugar; dot with butter.
- Bake for 40-50 minutes until bubbling and golden brown; cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg