Description
The Best Peach Pie is a delightful dessert that will wow your family and friends. With its perfectly gooey peach filling made from fresh, juicy peaches and a flaky buttery crust, this pie is a true crowd-pleaser. What sets it apart is the unexpected addition of smoked paprika, which enhances the natural sweetness of the peaches, providing a unique twist that elevates this classic dessert. Whether served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoyed on its own, this pie is perfect for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners. Get ready for compliments and requests for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 discs homemade pie crust
- 2 lbs fresh yellow peaches (about 6–7 peaches)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup + 1 tbsp tapioca starch
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
Instructions
- Make your pie crust using your favorite recipe and set aside.
- Peel and cube the peaches into 1-inch pieces, then combine them in a bowl with lemon juice, sugar, tapioca starch, vanilla extract, and smoked paprika.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out one disc of dough to fit a pie dish, fill it with the peach mixture, and create a lattice crust with the second disc.
- Brush with egg wash and sprinkle sugar before baking for 40-50 minutes until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (125g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 98mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider substituting smoked paprika with cinnamon if preferred. Ensure you use ripe peaches for the best flavor.