Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Brown Butter Strawberry Peach Pie, a perfect summer dessert that harmoniously blends juicy peaches and ripe strawberries, all enveloped in a rich brown butter crust. This pie is not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to prepare, making it an ideal treat for any gathering or a simple at-home indulgence. The nutty undertones of the brown butter enhance the sweetness of the fruit, creating a comforting dessert that everyone will love. Serve it warm with vanilla ice cream for an unforgettable experience.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup cold unsalted butter
- 2 ⅔ cups + 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 3 cups fresh sliced peaches
- 3 cups fresh strawberries (hulled and quartered)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup + 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
Instructions
- Prepare the brown butter by melting cold unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat until golden brown; let cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add cooled brown butter, mixing until crumbly.
- Gradually mix in water and vinegar until dough forms. Divide into two discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least one hour.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a separate bowl, combine peaches and strawberries with sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, lemon zest, and salt; toss gently to coat.
- Roll out one disc of dough to fit your pie dish. Fill with fruit mixture and cover with another rolled-out disc or create a lattice pattern.
- Brush the top crust with whisked egg for a golden finish.
- Bake for about 70 minutes or until filling bubbles and crust is golden brown.
- Allow cooling before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (107g)
- Calories: 315
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 41mg