Description
This delicious Peach Custard Pie combines the sweet, juicy flavor of fresh peaches with a creamy, smooth custard filling baked to perfection in a flaky pie shell. Perfect for a warm summer dessert or any occasion that demands a comforting, fruity treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 4 peaches, peeled, sliced, and cubed
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Crust
- Prepared pie shell
Instructions
- Prepare Peaches: Peel, slice, and cube the peaches until you have about four cups. Set them aside and keep them fresh while preparing the custard.
- Make Custard Mixture: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, and flour until smooth. Slowly add the whole milk while continuing to whisk. Stir in the vanilla extract for flavor.
- Assemble Pie: Place the prepared pie shell on a baking tray. Spread the cubed peaches evenly across the bottom of the crust. Then, carefully pour the custard mixture over the peaches, ensuring the filling is evenly distributed.
- Bake the Pie: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the pie for approximately 50-60 minutes, or until the custard is set and the crust is golden brown. You can check doneness by inserting a knife near the center – it should come out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool completely on a wire rack. This helps the custard to firm up further. Serve chilled or at room temperature, optionally with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Notes
- To peel peaches easily, blanch them in boiling water for 30 seconds, then cool quickly in ice water before peeling.
- Use a fork to prick holes in the bottom of the pie shell before baking to prevent sogginess if blind baking.
- You can substitute whole milk with half-and-half for a richer custard or a dairy-free alternative for a lactose-free version.
- Ensure the custard mixture is well combined to prevent lumps in the filling.
- Let the pie cool completely before slicing to maintain clean slices and proper texture.
