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Whole peach blueberry pie with golden lattice crust cooling on wire rack. Homemade summer dessert.

Peach Blueberry Pie


  • Author: Leslie Bennett
  • Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes (plus 10 minutes maceration and 6 hours cooling time)
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Peach blueberry pie is a quintessential summer dessert that perfectly marries the juicy warmth of ripe peaches with the bright, tart pop of fresh blueberries. Encased in a rich, flaky butter pie crust, this double-crust fruit pie delivers a harmonious balance of flavors enhanced by gentle spices like vanilla and nutmeg, and a hint of orange zest. Perfect for holiday tables, backyard barbecues, and summer gatherings.


Ingredients

Scale

For the Crust:
1 batch of double-crust pie pastry (such as Best Butter Pie Crust or Ultra Flaky Pie Crust, rested overnight)

For the Fruit Filling:
2 lbs just ripe peaches (halved, pitted, and diced into bite-sized pieces; peeling is optional)
2 cups fresh blueberries (washed and thoroughly dried)
¾ cup granulated sugar (adjust based on natural fruit sweetness)
3 tbsp quick cooking tapioca (substitute: 3 tbsp tapioca starch or 4 tbsp cornstarch)
½ tsp orange zest
1 tbsp fresh orange juice
1 tsp vanilla extract
¼ tsp ground nutmeg
Pinch of coarse kosher salt

For Assembly:
Egg wash (1 egg beaten with a splash of water or milk)
Turbinado sugar (for sprinkling on the crust)


Instructions

1. Prepare the pastry: Roll out one pie pastry disk to an 11-inch circle. Fit it into a 9-inch pie plate, pressing firmly into the sides and bottom. Roll out the second disk and cut it into strips for a lattice top (or keep it whole for a full top crust). Refrigerate the top crust until needed.
2. Macerate the fruit: Dice the peaches and place them in a large bowl. Add the sugar, quick cooking tapioca, orange zest, orange juice, vanilla extract, nutmeg, and salt. Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes to allow the fruit to release its juices and the tapioca to soften.
3. Add the blueberries: Gently fold the fresh blueberries into the macerated peach mixture. Adding them last prevents their delicate skins from bursting.
4. Fill the crust: Pour the fruit filling and all accumulated juices into the prepared bottom crust. Arrange the fruit to eliminate gaps and lightly press down to compact the mixture.
5. Assemble the top crust: Place the lattice or full top crust over the filling. Trim the edges and crimp the top and bottom crusts together securely. If using a full crust, cut several slits to allow steam to escape.
6. Bake the pie: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and place racks in the lowest and middle positions. Place the pie on a rimmed baking sheet on the lowest rack. Bake for 25 minutes.
7. Finish baking: Lower the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C). Cover the edges with aluminum foil if they are browning too quickly. Continue baking for 35 to 40 minutes, until the juices bubble vigorously and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads above 200°F (93°C).
8. Cool completely: Transfer the pie to a wire rack. Allow it to cool at room temperature for at least 6 hours before slicing. This crucial step allows the tapioca to fully activate and the juices to set into a sliceable consistency.

Notes

Thickener Choice: Quick cooking tapioca is superior to cornstarch for fruit pies. It withstands high baking temperatures without breaking down and keeps the fruit juices glossy and clear. If using cornstarch, the filling may be slightly cloudy.

Temperature Check: Relying on visual cues alone can be misleading. Using an instant-read thermometer confirms the filling has reached 200°F, guaranteeing the starches have fully gelatinized.

Cooling is Non-Negotiable: Cutting into a warm fruit pie results in a collapsed, runny mess. The 6-hour cooling period ensures clean slicing and a perfectly set filling.

Frozen Fruit Adjustment: Fresh fruit is highly recommended. If you must use frozen fruit, do not thaw it first, and add an extra tablespoon of tapioca to compensate for the extra water.

Storage: Store a fully baked and cooled pie loosely covered at room temperature for up to 1 day, or tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave for 15-20 seconds, or the whole pie in a 300°F oven for 15 minutes.

  • Prep Time: 40 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: essert / Pie
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: ~380
  • Sugar: 32g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg