Description
Indulge in the taste of summer with Ina Garten’s Perfect Peach Pie, a delightful dessert that celebrates the juicy sweetness of fresh peaches nestled in a flaky, homemade crust. This pie is not only visually stunning but also bursting with flavor, thanks to the addition of orange zest that elevates each bite. Perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a picnic, family gathering, or a cozy night at home—this peach pie is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings. With easy-to-follow instructions, even novice bakers can achieve delicious results. Serve it warm with vanilla ice cream or at room temperature for a refreshing finish to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/2 lbs ripe peaches (about 6–7 large)
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp grated orange zest
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 12 tbsp very cold butter (for crust)
- All-purpose flour
- Egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tbsp water)
Instructions
- Prepare the pie crust by combining flour, salt, and sugar in a food processor. Add cold butter and shortening until pea-sized. Gradually add ice water until dough forms. Chill for 30 minutes.
- Roll out half the dough and place it into a pie pan. Prepare filling by mixing sliced peaches with sugar, cornstarch, orange zest, juice, and butter; cook until thickened.
- Pour filling into crust, then roll out remaining dough for a lattice top.
- Brush with egg wash and bake at 400°F for about 45 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg