Description
The Best Peach Pie is a seasonal delight that captures the essence of summer with every bite. This scrumptious pie features a rich, gooey filling made from ripe, juicy peaches and is enveloped in a flaky, buttery crust. A unique hint of smoked paprika adds an unexpected twist, enhancing the natural sweetness of the fruit. Perfect for family gatherings, picnics, or quiet evenings at home, this pie can be served warm with vanilla ice cream or at room temperature. Its delightful flavor and beautiful presentation make it an unforgettable dessert that will impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 your pie crust in advance if needed.
- Peel and cut the peaches into 1-inch cubes.
- In a bowl, mix together peaches, lemon juice, sugar, tapioca starch, vanilla extract, and smoked paprika until well-combined.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out one pie crust disc and place it in a pie dish. Fill with peach mixture.
- Roll the second dough disc into strips and create a lattice top over the filling.
- Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with sugar and butter pieces.
- Bake for 40-50 minutes until bubbling; cover with foil if browning too quickly.
- Cool for 2-3 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg