Recipe For Peach Pie Filling Using Fresh Peaches
Introduction
If you love peaches and pies, then you are in for a treat! Fresh peaches make the perfect filling for a delicious peach pie. This recipe is easy to follow and will result in a mouth-watering dessert that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the crust:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
- 1/4 to 1/2 cup ice water
For the filling:
- 6 cups sliced fresh peaches
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, and sugar for the crust. Add the butter and mix until the mixture is crumbly.
3. Slowly add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together. Divide the dough in half and shape each half into a disk. Wrap the disks in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
4. While the dough is chilling, prepare the filling. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced peaches, sugar, cornstarch, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Mix well.
5. Roll out one of the dough disks on a floured surface until it is about 1/8 inch thick. Place the rolled-out dough into a 9-inch pie dish.
6. Pour the peach filling into the pie dish.
7. Roll out the second dough disk on a floured surface until it is about 1/8 inch thick. Cut the dough into strips and lay them over the top of the peach filling in a lattice pattern.
8. Bake the pie for 50 to 60 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
9. Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely before serving.
Variations
If you want to switch up the recipe a bit, try adding some of these variations:
- Add a tablespoon of vanilla extract to the filling mixture for a richer flavor.
- Top the pie with a crumbly streusel topping instead of a lattice crust.
- Use a combination of peaches and other fruits, like blueberries or raspberries, for a mixed fruit pie.
Conclusion
There you have it! A delicious recipe for peach pie filling using fresh peaches. This dessert is perfect for any occasion and is sure to impress your friends and family. Try out the variations to make it your own, and enjoy the sweet and juicy flavors of ripe peaches in every bite.
