Description
This Brown Butter Strawberry Peach Pie combines the sweet, tangy flavors of fresh strawberries and peaches with a rich, nutty brown butter pie crust. The flaky, golden crust perfectly complements the juicy fruit filling, creating a delicious and decadent dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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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 teaspoon 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)
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Instructions
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For the Pie Crust:
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Brown the Butter: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, continue cooking until the butter turns golden brown and has a nutty aroma. Remove from heat and let cool.
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Make the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and fine sea salt. Add the browned butter and mix until the dough resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add the water and vinegar, mixing until the dough just comes together. Avoid overworking the dough.
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Chill the Dough: Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and shape it into a disk. Wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 2 days.
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Roll Out the Dough: Once chilled, roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to fit your pie dish. Place it in the dish and trim any excess dough around the edges. Refrigerate while preparing the filling.
For the Strawberry and Peach Filling:
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Prepare the Fruit: In a large bowl, combine the sliced peaches and quartered strawberries.
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Mix the Filling: In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, lemon zest, and fine sea salt. Sprinkle this mixture over the fruit and gently toss to combine.
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Assemble the Pie: Pour the fruit filling into the prepared pie crust. If desired, sprinkle the top of the pie with Turbinado sugar for added texture and sweetness.
Baking:
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Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Bake the Pie: Place the pie on a baking sheet and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbly.
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Cool: Let the pie cool for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the filling to set.
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Notes
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When measuring the flour, spoon it into the measuring cup and level it off to avoid packing the flour, which can affect the texture of the crust.
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If you don’t have Turbinado sugar, you can skip it or use a different type of sugar like coarse sugar or regular granulated sugar for a similar effect.
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Serve this pie with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 30 minutes (including chilling time for the dough)
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: brown butter pie, strawberry peach pie, fruit pie, homemade pie crust, summer dessert