Description
The Best Peach Pie is the ultimate summer dessert that captures the essence of ripe, juicy peaches enveloped in a flaky, buttery crust. Enhanced by a hint of smoked paprika, this pie offers a delightful twist that elevates the sweetness of the peaches and creates a depth of flavor that will leave your guests raving. Perfect for family gatherings or simply enjoying a slice with vanilla ice cream, this recipe is both easy to make and utterly satisfying. With its luscious filling and charming lattice top, The Best Peach Pie is sure to become a treasured favorite for years to come.
Ingredients
- 2 discs pie crust
- 2 lbs fresh yellow peaches (about 6–7 peaches)
- 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
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter (for topping)
- Egg yolk + milk (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Prepare the pie crust using your favorite recipe and chill.
- Peel and cube the peaches into 1-inch pieces.
- In a bowl, mix cubed peaches with lemon juice, sugar, tapioca starch, vanilla extract, and smoked paprika.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out one disc of dough into a circle and place it in a pie dish; fill with peach mixture.
- Roll out the second disc into strips for a lattice top; weave them over the filling.
- Brush with egg wash, sprinkle with sugar, and dot with butter.
- Bake for 40–50 minutes until bubbly 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 125g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Use ripe but firm peaches for optimal flavor and texture. Adjust sugar based on peach sweetness. For added flair, try adding cinnamon or other spices to the filling.