How to Make Fresh Peach Pie - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like the taste of a fresh peach pie on a warm summer day. The sweetness of the ripe peaches combined with a flaky, golden crust is enough to make anyone's mouth water. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or just looking for a delicious dessert to enjoy with your family, this recipe for fresh peach pie is sure to be a hit.

One of the best things about making a fresh peach pie is that it allows you to take full advantage of the season's bounty. When peaches ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon white sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup shortening
  • 6 tablespoons ice water, or as needed
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • 1 cup water
  • ½ lemon, juiced
  • 10 fresh peaches - peeled, pitted, and sliced

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, 1/2 teaspoon of sugar, and salt. Rub in shortening between your fingers, forming evenly small lumps no larger than peas. Stir in water until dough can form a ball. Knead briefly to pull it together, then let rest for a few minutes. Roll out the dough to a about a 12 inch circle. Fit into a 9 inch pie plate, and prick with a fork. Top with another pie plate, and flip over. This method works best with thinner metal pans than glass pans.
  • Bake the crust for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, or until golden. Cool, then flip back into the original pan. This process keeps the crust from sagging down into the pan without using pie weights.
  • Meanwhile, stir together the cornstarch and 1 cup of sugar in a saucepan. Stir in the orange juice, water and lemon juice. Warm over medium heat, stirring occasionally until thickened and clear. Remove from heat, and chill.
  • To assemble the pie, alternate layers of fresh sliced peaches with the chilled citrus sauce, beginning and ending with the sauce. Serve with whipped cream or ice cream.
  • Nutrition

    326 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Sodium: 152mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 51g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 35g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 73mg
    • Calcium: 25mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 130mg