Description
Indulge in the sweet essence of summer with this Southern Peach Pie. This nostalgic dessert features juicy, ripe peaches nestled in a flaky, golden crust that evokes memories of family gatherings and warm afternoons. Perfect for picnics or holiday celebrations, every slice offers a delightful explosion of flavors reminiscent of grandma’s kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 medium ripe peaches, peeled and sliced
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp salt
- Pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Peaches: In a bowl, mix sliced peaches with sugar, flour, cinnamon, salt, and lemon juice. Let sit for 10 minutes.
- 2. Make the Pie Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine flour and salt; cut in butter until crumbly. Gradually add cold water until dough forms; chill for 30 minutes.
- 3. Assemble the Pie: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Roll out dough and place it into a pie dish. Fill with peach mixture. Cover with top crust or create a lattice design.
- 4. Bake: Trim edges, crimp together, brush with melted butter, and bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown.
- 5. Cool and Serve: Allow to cool for at least an hour before slicing. Serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For added flavor variations, mix in blueberries or use brown sugar instead of granulated sugar. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.