Ingredients:

  • 2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
  • 1 teaspoon (5g) salt
  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, very cold and cut into ½-inch cubes
  • 6-8 tablespoons (90-120ml) ice water
  • 6 cups (about 1.3kg) fresh peaches, peeled and sliced
  • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup (30g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon (1.25ml) ground nutmeg
  • 2 tablespoons (30g) unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) milk

Instructions:

  1. Combine flour and salt in a food processor. Pulse in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add ice water, pulsing until dough just comes together. Divide dough in half, flatten into discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 15 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, gently toss peaches with sugar, flour, lemon juice, cinnamon, and nutmeg until evenly coated. Let stand for 10 minutes.
  3. On a lightly floured surface, roll out one dough disc into a 12-inch circle. Transfer to the pie plate and trim edges, leaving a ½-inch overhang. Crimp the edges decoratively.
  4. Pour the peach filling into the prepared crust. Dot with butter.
  5. Roll out the second dough disc (or prepare crumb/lattice topping). Cut slits in the top crust for steam to escape (if using top crust). Gently place over the filling, trim edges, and crimp to seal (if using top crust).
  6. Brush the top crust with egg wash for a golden sheen (optional).
  7. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 15 minutes, then reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and bake for another 35-45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling. If the crust is browning too quickly, cover the edges with foil.
  8. Let the pie cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving (at least 2-3 hours is best).