Description
This Brown Butter Strawberry Peach Pie combines the rich, nutty flavor of brown butter with a sweet and tangy filling of fresh peaches and strawberries. The buttery, flaky pie crust adds the perfect texture to this decadent dessert. A delightful treat for fruit lovers!
Ingredients
For the Brown Butter Pie Crust:
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1 cup cold unsalted butter
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2 ⅔ cups + 1 tbsp all-purpose flour (see notes below for measuring)
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¾ tsp fine sea salt
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½ cup water
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1 tbsp apple cider or white vinegar
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1 whole egg, whisked
For the Strawberry and Peach Filling:
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3 cups fresh sliced peaches
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3 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered
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¼ cup granulated sugar
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¼ cup + 1 tbsp cornstarch
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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1 tsp lemon zest
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¼ tsp fine sea salt
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2–3 tbsp Turbinado sugar (optional, for sprinkling on top)
Instructions
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Make the Brown Butter Pie Crust:
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Start by browning the butter: In a saucepan, melt the cold butter over medium heat. Continue cooking it, stirring frequently, until it turns a golden brown color and gives off a nutty aroma. Remove from heat and let cool.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Add the cooled brown butter and stir until the mixture becomes crumbly.
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In a small bowl, combine the water, vinegar, and whisked egg. Gradually add this mixture to the flour mixture, stirring just until the dough begins to come together.
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Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
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Prepare the Filling:
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced peaches, quartered strawberries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, lemon zest, and salt. Stir gently to combine and coat the fruit in the mixture.
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Let the filling sit for about 10-15 minutes to allow the juices to release and the sugar to dissolve.
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Assemble the Pie:
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Roll out the chilled pie crust on a lightly floured surface to fit a 9-inch pie dish. Gently transfer the rolled dough into the dish.
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Pour the prepared fruit filling into the crust, making sure it is evenly distributed.
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If you have extra dough, you can create a lattice top or simply cover the pie with a full crust, cutting slits for steam to escape.
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If desired, sprinkle the top with Turbinado sugar for added texture and sweetness.
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Bake the Pie:
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Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
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If the edges of the crust begin to brown too quickly, cover them with aluminum foil or a pie shield.
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Cool and Serve:
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Allow the pie to cool for at least 2 hours before serving to ensure the filling sets.
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Serve as-is or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
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Notes
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Be sure to measure the flour accurately for the pie crust. It’s best to spoon the flour into the measuring cup and level it off for precision.
- If you prefer a more crisp crust, blind-bake the bottom crust before adding the filling.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American