Description
This easy peaches and cream pie recipe features a buttery crust, creamy whipped filling, and a fresh peach topping. A light, refreshing dessert that’s perfect for gatherings or anytime you’re craving something sweet.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 store bought pie crust, baked according to package directions
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 4 oz. full fat cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 4–5 medium size peaches, peeled and sliced
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 Tbsp. lemon juice
- 1 Tbsp. cornstarch
- 1/3 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. almond or vanilla extract
Instructions
- Bake pie crust according to package directions. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely.
- Place fresh sliced peaches and sugar in a large bowl and toss to coat well. Set aside.
- While pie crust is baking, prepare cream filling by adding heavy whipping cream to a medium size bowl and beat until stiff peaks. Be sure whipping cream is not runny.
- In another medium size bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Fold cream cheese mixture into whipped cream and place in the fridge.
- Drain peaches and reserve the peach juice.
- Add 1/4 cup reserved peach juice, 1/4 cup water, lemon juice, cornstarch, and almond extract into a small saucepan. Whisk to combine well.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to a boil and thickens.
- Remove from heat and allow to cool. Once completely cooled, add sauce to peaches and stir to coat well.
- Assemble pie by layering cream filling into baked pie crust and topping with fresh peaches. Cover with saran wrap and place in the fridge for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the whipping cream is cold for better whipping.
- Use ripe peaches for best flavor.
- Chill the assembled pie for a firmer texture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Peaches Cream Pie, dessert, easy pie recipe, fresh peaches