Peaches and Cream Pie – Creamy, Fruity & Irresistible

A rich, custardy pie bursting with sweet peaches, creamy pudding, and tangy cream cheese—all baked into a soft, buttery crust for a nostalgic dessert you won’t be able to stop eating!

🎉 Introduction

This Peaches and Cream Pie is the ultimate comfort dessert—soft, creamy layers of sweet peaches and smooth vanilla pudding nestled in a homemade crust. Finished with tangy cream cheese and a buttery, tender crumb, this pie is easy to make and perfect for gatherings, potlucks, or a cozy treat at home. 🍑✨

🧰 Equipment Needed

• 9-inch pie dish
• Mixing bowls (large & medium)
• Electric mixer (hand or stand)
• Whisk & spatula
• Measuring cups & spoons
• Can opener
• Cooling rack

🛒 Ingredients

🥧 Pie Base

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large eggs
• ½ tsp vanilla extract

🍑 Filling

• 1 (15 oz) can peaches, drained and sliced
• 1 (3.4 oz) package instant vanilla pudding mix

🧀 Cream Layer

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 tbsp granulated sugar (for topping)

👩‍🍳 Directions

Step 1: Prep & Preheat

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Lightly grease a 9-inch pie dish.

Step 2: Make the Pie Batter

1. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk flour and baking powder; gradually mix into wet ingredients until smooth.
4. Spread batter evenly in prepared pie dish.

Step 3: Layer the Peaches

1. Arrange drained peach slices evenly over batter.

Step 4: Prepare the Cream Layer

1. In a medium bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth.
2. Add instant vanilla pudding mix; mix until combined.
3. Gently spread cream mixture over peaches.

Step 5: Add Sugar Topping

1. Sprinkle 1 tbsp granulated sugar over the top of the pie.

Step 6: Bake

1. Bake 45–50 minutes, until edges are golden and center is set.
2. Cool on a wire rack before serving.

Step 7: Serve

• Enjoy slightly warm or chilled.
• Optional: Top with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream!

🍽️ Servings & Timing

• Servings: 8
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Bake Time: 50 minutes
• Total Time: ~1 hour 5 minutes

🥄 Variations

• Fresh Peaches: Use 2–3 peeled, sliced fresh peaches instead of canned
• Berry Twist: Add a handful of blueberries or raspberries with the peaches
• Almond: Add ½ tsp almond extract for extra flavor
• Crumb Topping: Sprinkle with cinnamon streusel before baking

🧊 Storage & Reheating

• Fridge: Store covered up to 4 days
• Freezer: Wrap tightly and freeze up to 2 months; thaw in fridge
• Reheat: Microwave individual slices for 15–20 seconds

❓ 10 FAQs

1. Can I use fresh peaches?
   Yes—substitute canned with 2–3 fresh peaches.
2. Do I need to cook the pudding first?
   No—instant pudding powder goes straight into the cream cheese mixture.
3. Can I use low-fat cream cheese?
   Yes, but full-fat gives the creamiest texture.
4. What if I don’t have a pie dish?
   Use a round 9-inch cake pan.
5. Can I reduce sugar?
   Yes—reduce by up to ¼ cup without affecting texture.
6. Can I use other fruit?
   Yes—try pears, apples, or mixed berries.
7. Why does it need to cool before serving?
   Cooling helps the filling set.
8. Can I make it ahead?
   Yes—prepare a day ahead and chill.
9. How do I know it’s done?
   Edges will be golden, and center set with slight jiggle.
10. Can I add spices?
    Yes—try cinnamon or nutmeg in the batter or on top.

🏁 Conclusion

This Peaches and Cream Pie is creamy, fruity, and irresistibly comforting—an easy, nostalgic dessert that’ll transport you straight to summer days and cozy family dinners. 🍑🥧

Adam

Peaches and Cream Pie – Creamy, Fruity & Irresistible

A rich, custardy pie bursting with sweet peaches, creamy pudding, and tangy cream cheese—all baked into a soft, buttery crust for a nostalgic dessert you won’t be able to stop eating! 🎉 Introduction This Peaches and Cream Pie is the ultimate comfort dessert—soft, creamy layers of sweet peaches and smooth vanilla pudding nestled in a homemade crust. Finished with tangy cream cheese and a buttery, tender crumb, this pie is easy to make and perfect for gatherings, potlucks, or a cozy treat at home. 🍑✨

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 50 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 5 minutes mins

Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

🥧 Pie Base

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• ¼ cup unsalted butter softened
• 2 large eggs
• ½ tsp vanilla extract

🍑 Filling

• 1 15 oz can peaches, drained and sliced
• 1 3.4 oz package instant vanilla pudding mix

🧀 Cream Layer

• 8 oz cream cheese softened
• 1 tbsp granulated sugar for topping

Equipment

• 9-inch pie dish
• Mixing bowls (large & medium)
• Electric mixer (hand or stand)
• Whisk & spatula
• Measuring cups & spoons
• Can opener
• Cooling rack

Method

 

Step 1: Prep & Preheat

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Lightly grease a 9-inch pie dish.

Step 2: Make the Pie Batter

1. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk flour and baking powder; gradually mix into wet ingredients until smooth.
4. Spread batter evenly in prepared pie dish.

Step 3: Layer the Peaches

1. Arrange drained peach slices evenly over batter.

Step 4: Prepare the Cream Layer

1. In a medium bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth.
2. Add instant vanilla pudding mix; mix until combined.
3. Gently spread cream mixture over peaches.

Step 5: Add Sugar Topping

1. Sprinkle 1 tbsp granulated sugar over the top of the pie.

Step 6: Bake

1. Bake 45–50 minutes, until edges are golden and center is set.
2. Cool on a wire rack before serving.

Step 7: Serve

1. Enjoy slightly warm or chilled.
2. Optional: Top with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream!

Notes

🥄 Variations
Fresh Peaches: Use 2–3 peeled, sliced fresh peaches instead of canned

Berry Twist: Add a handful of blueberries or raspberries with the peaches

Almond: Add ½ tsp almond extract for extra flavor

Crumb Topping: Sprinkle with cinnamon streusel before baking

🧊 Storage & Reheating
Fridge: Store covered up to 4 days

Freezer: Wrap tightly and freeze up to 2 months; thaw in fridge

Reheat: Microwave individual slices for 15–20 seconds

❓ 10 FAQs
Can I use fresh peaches?
Yes—substitute canned with 2–3 fresh peaches.

Do I need to cook the pudding first?
No—instant pudding powder goes straight into the cream cheese mixture.

Can I use low-fat cream cheese?
Yes, but full-fat gives the creamiest texture.

What if I don’t have a pie dish?
Use a round 9-inch cake pan.

Can I reduce sugar?
Yes—reduce by up to ¼ cup without affecting texture.

Can I use other fruit?
Yes—try pears, apples, or mixed berries.

Why does it need to cool before serving?
Cooling helps the filling set.

Can I make it ahead?
Yes—prepare a day ahead and chill.

How do I know it’s done?
Edges will be golden, and center set with slight jiggle.

Can I add spices?
Yes—try cinnamon or nutmeg in the batter or on top.

🏁 Conclusion
This Peaches and Cream Pie is creamy, fruity, and irresistibly comforting—an easy, nostalgic dessert that’ll transport you straight to summer days and cozy family dinners. 🍑🥧