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Easy Peaches and Cream Pie

Easy Peaches and Cream Pie: A Delightfully Creamy Treat

This Easy Peaches and Cream Pie is a delightfully creamy treat made with fresh peaches and a luscious filling, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 42 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 Store-bought Pie Crust A hassle-free base.
For the Cream Filling
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Use high-quality brands.
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese Softened.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Sweetens your cream.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.
For the Peach Topping
  • 4-5 medium Fresh Peaches Fresh, ripe.
  • 1/3 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust based on ripeness.
  • 1 Tbsp Lemon Juice Substitute lime juice if preferred.
  • 1 Tbsp Cornstarch Thickens the peach glaze.
  • 1/3 tsp Salt Omit if using salted butter.
  • 1/4 tsp Almond or Vanilla Extract Adds complexity.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Small saucepan
  • Pie Dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the store-bought pie crust according to the package instructions, about 10-12 minutes.
  2. Once baked, cool the crust completely on a wire rack.
  3. Wash and slice 4-5 medium fresh peaches; toss with 1/3 cup of granulated sugar and let sit for about 15-20 minutes.
  4. In a chilled mixing bowl, beat 1 cup of heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form.
  5. In another bowl, blend 4 oz cream cheese, 1 cup powdered sugar, and 1 tsp vanilla extract until smooth.
  6. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture.
  7. In a small saucepan, reserve the peach juice, mix it with 1 Tbsp lemon juice, 1 Tbsp cornstarch, and 1/4 tsp almond extract. Cook until thickened.
  8. Fold in the fresh peaches and pour this mixture over the cream filling in the cooled pie crust.
  9. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in the refrigerator covered for up to 3 days. Best served chilled. No need to reheat.

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