Description
Capture the essence of summer in every bite with this incredibly easy fresh peach pie! This foolproof recipe transforms juicy, ripe peaches into a stunning dessert that tastes like it came from a fancy bakery but takes only 30 minutes to make. With a glossy, naturally sweet glaze and layers of fresh peach slices, this pie is pure sunshine on a plate. Perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, or whenever you want to impress without the stress!
Ingredients
- 1 (9-inch) pre-baked pie shell
- 1 cup granulated white sugar
- ½ cup water
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 cups fresh peaches, pitted and mashed
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 cups fresh peaches, pitted, skinned, and sliced
- Vanilla ice cream for serving (optional but recommended)
Instructions
- Create the Magic Glaze: In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, water, cornstarch, butter, mashed peaches, and nutmeg. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture becomes clear and thick (about 8-10 minutes). This creates your beautiful, glossy glaze!
- Add the Vanilla Touch: Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Let the glaze cool slightly while you prepare the peach slices.
- Layer Like a Pro: Arrange half of the sliced fresh peaches in the pre-baked pie shell. Drizzle with half of the warm glaze, then repeat with remaining peaches and glaze, creating beautiful layers of fruit and shine.
- Chill to Perfection: Refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours or until the glaze is completely set. This chilling time allows all the flavors to meld and the glaze to reach the perfect consistency.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice and serve chilled with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate summer dessert experience!
Notes
Choose ripe but firm peaches for the best texture and flavor. To easily peel peaches, blanch them in boiling water for 30 seconds, then transfer to ice water—the skins will slip right off! The glaze should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon. If it’s too thin, cook a bit longer; if too thick, add a tablespoon of water. This pie is best enjoyed within 24 hours for optimal freshness and texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
- Calories: 266
- Sugar: 31g
- Sodium: 136mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 4mg
Keywords: fresh peach pie, easy summer dessert, no bake pie, peach glaze