Peach of the Union

Double-crust peach pie with warm spices and vanilla

A golden double-crust peach pie built with frozen peaches, warm spices, and a buttery filling that sets into a clean, scoopable slice. Simple, reliable, and perfect with vanilla ice cream.

Equipment Needed

• 9-inch pie dish
• Large mixing bowl
• Small bowl (for egg wash)
• Baking sheet

Peach of the Union

A golden double-crust peach pie built with frozen peaches, warm spices, and a buttery filling that sets into a clean, scoopable slice. Simple, reliable, and perfect with vanilla ice cream.

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 1 hour hr

Total Time 3 hours hrs 30 minutes mins

Servings: 1 Servings

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

Filling

• 2 lbs frozen sliced peaches do not thaw
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup light brown sugar
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional) optional
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter cut into small pieces

Crust

• 2 store-bought refrigerated pie crusts (9-inch)
• 1 egg beaten (egg wash)
• 1 tablespoon coarse sugar (optional) optional

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Place a baking sheet on the lower rack to catch drips.
2. In a large bowl, combine frozen peaches with granulated sugar, brown sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Stir well and let sit 10 to 15 minutes.
3. Line a 9-inch pie pan with one pie crust. Pour the peach filling in and dot the top with butter pieces.
4. Top with the second crust, either whole with slits cut or in a lattice pattern. Press and crimp the edges firmly to seal.
5. Brush top crust with beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
6. Bake at 400 degrees F for 20 minutes. Reduce heat to 375 degrees F and bake an additional 35 to 40 minutes until crust is golden brown and filling is bubbling. Cover edges loosely with foil if browning too quickly.
7. Cool at room temperature at least 2 hours before slicing to allow the filling to fully set.

How to Know It's Done

• Oven: 400 degrees F for 20 minutes, then 375 degrees F for 35 to 40 minutes
• Pie is done when crust is deep golden and filling is actively bubbling at the edges and through vents.