Southern-Style Peach Pie with Buttery Crust and Sweet Filling

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Thereâs nothing quite like a homemade Peach Pie. With its flaky, buttery crust and sweet, juicy peach filling, itâs a dessert that feels like pure comfort. Whether youâre baking during peak peach season or craving a classic treat, this recipe delivers a perfectly balanced pie with rich flavor and beautiful presentation.
The lattice crust adds that traditional touch, letting the golden peaches peek through while baking into a bubbling, caramelized filling. Itâs simple, nostalgic, and always a crowd favorite.
Why I Love This Recipe
What I love most about this Peach Pie is how it highlights the natural sweetness of the fruit. The filling is lightly thickened and not overly complicated, allowing the peaches to shine.
The combination of a crisp crust and warm, syrupy filling is hard to beat. Plus, making the lattice top gives the pie a bakery-style look that feels impressive but is surprisingly easy to achieve.
Ingredients
- Dough for 2 pie crusts
- 4 cups sliced peaches
- 1 cup sugar (+ 2 tablespoons for topping)
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Swaps and Notes
- Peaches:Â Fresh peaches are best, but frozen (thawed and drained) can be used.
- Sugar:Â Adjust slightly depending on the sweetness of your peaches.
- Flour:Â Helps thicken the filling into a perfect syrup.
- Butter:Â Adds richness and helps create a golden crust.
If you want extra flavor, a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg can enhance the filling beautifully.
How to Make Peach Pie
- Preheat the oven: Set to 425°F.
- Prepare the crusts:Â Place one crust into a pie dish and freeze briefly. Roll out the second crust and cut into 1-inch strips for the lattice top.
- Make the filling:Â In a saucepan, combine peaches, sugar, and flour. Cook over low heat, stirring, until a thick syrup forms (about 10 minutes).
- Cool slightly:Â Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
- Assemble the pie:Â Pour the peach filling into the chilled crust.
- Add lattice top:Â Arrange the strips in a lattice pattern over the filling.
- Finish:Â Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with the remaining sugar.
- Bake:Â Bake for about 30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
- Rest:Â Let the pie sit for at least 5 minutes before serving.
Tips for Success
One key tip is to chill the bottom crust before adding the filling. This helps prevent a soggy base and keeps the crust flaky.
Cooking the filling beforehand ensures it thickens properly and prevents excess liquid from forming in the pie.
When creating the lattice, donât worry about perfectionâslight imperfections add a homemade charm.
Serving Suggestions and Pairings
Peach Pie is best served warm, especially with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. The contrast of warm pie and cold topping is classic and irresistible.
If you love fruit desserts, These Caramel Apple Pie Cookies Are My Favorite Fall Treat in Bite-Sized Form are a fun alternative. For a creamy no-bake option, This No-Bake Oreo Cream Pie Is My Favorite Quick Dessert Hack is always a hit.
During warmer months, This Easy Ice Cream Sandwich Cake Is My Favorite No-Bake Summer Dessert pairs perfectly with fruity desserts. If you want something quick and simple, These Cake Mix Cookies Are My Go-To Shortcut for Easy, Foolproof Treats are great to keep on hand.
And for gatherings, This Big Family Banana Pudding Is My Favorite Classic Dessert to Feed a Crowd is always a crowd favorite.
Nutritional Information Per Serving
Estimated for 8 servings:
- Calories: 340
- Protein: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
These values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
Storage and Leftover Tips
Store leftover Peach Pie covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Reheat slices in the oven or microwave before serving for that fresh-baked taste. This pie can also be frozenâwrap tightly and store for up to 2 months.
If freezing, allow it to thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.
More Recipes You Will Love
If you enjoy classic desserts, here are a few more approved ChefManiac recipes to try:
- These Caramel Apple Pie Cookies Are My Favorite Fall Treat in Bite-Sized Form
- This No-Bake Oreo Cream Pie Is My Favorite Quick Dessert Hack
- This Easy Ice Cream Sandwich Cake Is My Favorite No-Bake Summer Dessert
- These Cake Mix Cookies Are My Go-To Shortcut for Easy, Foolproof Treats
- This Big Family Banana Pudding Is My Favorite Classic Dessert to Feed a Crowd
Final Thoughts
Peach Pie is a timeless dessert that never goes out of style. With its flaky crust and sweet, juicy filling, it is the perfect way to celebrate simple ingredients and classic baking.
Whether you are making it for a special occasion or just because, it is always a treat worth sharing. If you try it, I would love to hear how it turned out. Follow along for more cozy, crowd-pleasing recipes from Jason Griffith at ChefManiac.



