Description
Delightful peach crumble pie beckons with Southern charm, blending sweet summer fruit and buttery crumbly topping. Warm spices and golden crust invite you to savor a slice of homemade comfort straight from grandma’s kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
Peach Crumble Pie Ingredients:
Pie Crust:
- 1 single homemade pie crust for a 9 inch (23 centimeters) pie
Fruit Filling:
- 5 cups fresh peaches, peeled and cut into 1 inch (2.5 centimeters) pieces
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) light brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup (30 grams) cornstarch
- 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Crumb Topping:
- 1/2 cup (60 grams) all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar, packed
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, very soft
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Egg Wash:
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon water
Instructions
- Prepare the filling by gently tossing sliced peaches with brown sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until evenly coated, allowing the mixture to rest and develop flavors.
- Carefully unroll the pie crust and drape it into a 9-inch pie dish, pressing gently to fit the contours of the pan without stretching the dough.
- Transfer the macerated peach mixture into the prepared pie crust, spreading it evenly and ensuring a smooth, level surface.
- Create the crumble topping by combining flour, cold butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and cinnamon, using your fingertips to blend until the mixture resembles coarse, irregular pebbles.
- Liberally scatter the crumble topping across the peach filling, covering the surface completely and creating a textured, rustic appearance.
- Whisk an egg with water to create a golden egg wash, then delicately brush the exposed pie crust edges to promote a rich, glossy finish.
- Position the pie in a preheated oven at 375F (190C) and bake for 45-50 minutes, watching for a deep amber crust and bubbling fruit filling that indicates perfect doneness.
Notes
- Chop peaches into uniform chunks to ensure even cooking and consistent texture throughout the pie.
- Add a pinch of salt to the crumble topping to enhance the sweetness and balance the flavors more complexly.
- Dust the bottom crust with a thin layer of ground almonds or breadcrumbs to prevent a soggy bottom and absorb excess fruit liquid.
- Allow the pie to cool completely for at least 2-3 hours to help the filling set and make slicing easier without falling apart.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg