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Vanilla Bourbon Peach Crumble Pie Recipe

Frances Kellar
A Summer Dessert Staple. Fresh peaches are transformed into a sweet and caramelized filling for the perfect peach pie for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings

Equipment

Ingredients
  

For Pie Filling

  • 4 pounds fresh peaches pits removed and sliced, about 12 cups
  • 1 cup light brown sugar packed
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla bean paste
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • Zest and juice of one lemon
  • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
  • ¼ cup bourbon optional but delicious here, Bulleit brand
  • One 9-inch prepared store bought pie crust

For Pie Crumble Topping

  • 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 6 tablespoons tablespoons rolled oats
  • 4 tablespoons cold unsalted butter cubed
  • teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon lemon zest
  • ¼ cup light brown sugar lightly packed

Instructions
 

  • Begin by removing the stones from center of each peach by slicing each peach in half. Place each peach cut side down and cut into slices, about 1 inch thick. Add sliced peaches to a large bowl until all have been sliced. You have the option to remove the peach skin, but I tend to leave it on as I don't mind the texture.
  • Add the sliced peaches to a 4 quart dutch oven or large heavy-bottomed pot. Add the brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla bean paste, lemon zest, lemon juice, thyme leaves, and cornstarch. Bring to a simmer before adding the bourbon. Simmer for about 12-16 minutes or until the fragrant smell of the pie filling fills the kitchen and flavors have melded together. Allow to cool slightly. Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and place prepared pie crust in your pie baking dish.
  • While oven preheats, work on the crumb topping by mixing together the oats, brown sugar, flour, butter, and seasonings in a small bowl. You want a mix of chunky crumble pieces and smaller, pea-sized crumbles.
  • When ready to bake, pour pie filling into the prepared pie crust. Top with the oat crumble. Bake for 50-60 minutes until golden brown and edges are bubbly.
  • Cool to about room temperature before serving.
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