GINGER PEACH PIES

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image



Ginger Peach Pies image

I love ginger in any way, shape or form, so I always look for ways to include it in recipes, especially desserts. Peaches and ginger star in this mini pie that offers the right amount of sweetness and spice. -Rae Endicott, Branson, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 5 mini pies.

Number Of Ingredients 16

3-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup cold butter, cubed
9 tablespoons shortening, cubed
6 to 9 tablespoons ice water
FILLING:
5 cups sliced peeled peaches
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup crystallized ginger, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons butter, cubed
OPTIONAL TOPPING:
1/2 cup crystallized ginger
1/4 cup coarse sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine flour and salt; cut in butter and shortening until crumbly. Gradually add water, tossing with a fork, until dough forms a ball., Divide dough into seven portions; wrap each in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for about 1 hour or until easy to handle., On a lightly floured surface, roll out five portions of dough to fit a 5-in. pie plate. Transfer pastry to pie plates and trim to 1/2 in. beyond edge of plates; flute edges., In a large bowl, toss peaches with lemon juice. Combine the sugar, cornstarch, ginger and salt. Add to peaches and toss to coat. Transfer to pie shells. Dot with butter. Transfer pies to a baking sheet. , If decorative cutouts are desired, roll remaining pastry to 1/8-in. thickness; cut out with 1-in.cookie cutters. Arrange over pies. If a streusel topping is desired, combine remaining pastry with crystallized ginger and coarse sugar; sprinkle over pies., Bake at 375° for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown and filling is bubbly. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 567 calories, Fat 32g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 464mg sodium, Carbohydrate 65g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Ahmad Danish
[email protected]

These pies look delicious! I'm definitely going to give this recipe a try.


Ifeoma Joy
[email protected]

I'm going to try making these pies this weekend. I'll let you know how they turn out!


Joshua Maysonet
[email protected]

I'm not sure about the combination of ginger and peach. It sounds a bit strange.


Anfal Ali
[email protected]

These pies are gorgeous! I can't wait to try them.


Maria Chicas
[email protected]

I've made these pies several times now, and they're always a hit. My friends and family love them!


Pabitra Basnet
[email protected]

These pies are the perfect summer dessert. They're light, refreshing, and absolutely delicious.


Kayondo Baxter
[email protected]

I'm not a big fan of peaches, but I loved these pies. The ginger really balances out the sweetness of the peaches.


Tips Bangla
[email protected]

These pies are so easy to make, and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Salamatu Suleiman
[email protected]

I love the combination of ginger and peach. It's so unique and flavorful.


Waheed Momand
[email protected]

These pies are perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. They're light and refreshing, and they're sure to please everyone.


Omi Mridha
[email protected]

The only thing I would change about this recipe is the amount of sugar. I found it to be a bit too sweet for my taste.


Anime Watcher
[email protected]

I'm not much of a baker, but these pies were surprisingly easy to make. The instructions were clear and concise, and I didn't have any trouble following them.


Abigail Lamdul
[email protected]

These ginger peach pies were a hit at my last dinner party! The combination of sweet peaches and spicy ginger was divine, and the flaky crust was perfection.