Description
Peaches and Cream Pie is a comforting classic dessert featuring a tender vanilla pudding crust, a creamy cream cheese layer, and sweet sliced peaches topped with cinnamon sugar. This easy-to-make pie blends the richness of cheesecake with the freshness of fruit, perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, and seasonal celebrations.
Ingredients
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For the Base:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 (3.4 oz) package instant vanilla pudding mix
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
For the Cream Layer:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
For the Peach Topping:
- 1 (15 oz) can sliced peaches, drained and patted dry
- 1 tbsp sugar mixed with ½ tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch pie dish to ensure the pie does not stick during baking.
- Make the Crust: In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and instant vanilla pudding mix. Add the softened unsalted butter and one large egg, then mix thoroughly until a thick dough forms. Press this dough evenly into the bottom and slightly up the sides of your prepared pie dish to create the base crust.
- Prepare the Cream Filling: In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add the granulated sugar, one large egg, and vanilla extract. Continue beating until the mixture is fully combined and has a smooth texture. Pour this cream cheese filling over the prepared crust and spread it evenly with a spatula.
- Add the Peaches: Arrange the drained and patted dry peach slices in a circular pattern over the cream cheese filling. Evenly sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture on top of the peaches to add a sweet and spiced finish.
- Bake: Bake the pie in your preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges turn golden brown. Once baked, allow the pie to cool completely on a wire rack, then refrigerate for at least one hour before slicing. This chilling step helps the cream layer firm up for clean, neat slices.
Notes
- Use canned or fresh peaches; if using fresh, peel and slice them before adding to the pie.
- Do not overbake; the center should be slightly jiggly but not liquid when done.
- Chill the pie before slicing to allow the cream layer to set properly.
- For a nutty twist, consider adding a few drops of almond extract to the cream cheese filling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Peaches and Cream Pie, Peach Pie, Cream Cheese Pie, Summer Dessert, Fruit Dessert, Easy Pie Recipes, American Dessert
