Delicious Almond Peach Delight Pie
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of our Delicious Almond Peach Delight Pie, where the nutty aroma of blanched almonds beautifully complements the sweet, juicy slices of peaches. This pie features a rich and creamy sour cream filling enhanced with a hint of citrus, and it's topped with a light and airy whipped cream adorned with toasted almond crumbs for an irresistible crunch. Perfect for summer gatherings or a delightful finish to any meal, this pie is sure to impress your friends and family. Enjoy this delightful dessert chilled, making it a refreshing treat for any occasion!
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Servings
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Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
Blanched almonds
185 g (Finely ground)
Coconut
1 cup (Shredded)
Sugar
1/4 cup (Granulated)
Butter
60 g (Softened)
Sour cream
1 cup (Plain)
Salt
1 pinch (N/A)
Icing sugar
3/4 cup (Sifted)
Orange juice
1 teaspoon (Freshly squeezed)
Grated orange rind
1 teaspoon (Fresh)
Vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (N/A)
Canned sliced peaches
1 can (822 g) (Well-drained)
Cream
3/4 cup (Heavy)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (moderately hot).
2
In a food processor, blend the blanched almonds until finely ground.
3
In a mixing bowl, combine the ground almonds with coconut and sugar, mixing well.
4
Cut the butter into small pieces and rub it into the almond mixture until crumbly.
5
Set aside 2 tablespoons of this mixture for the topping.
6
Press the remaining mixture firmly into the base and sides of a greased 23 cm flan tin to create a crust.
7
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for approximately 15 minutes, or until it turns a golden brown color. Remove from the oven and allow it to cool completely.
8
In a small pan, add the reserved crumb mixture. Stir it over low heat for about 4 minutes, or until golden brown and fragrant. Set aside to cool.
9
In a separate bowl, blend the sour cream, salt, ½ cup of sifted icing sugar, orange juice, grated orange rind, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
10
Pour the sour cream filling into the cooled pie shell, smoothing it evenly with a spatula.
11
Carefully arrange the well-drained peach slices decoratively on top of the filling.
12
In another bowl, lightly whip the cream with the remaining sifted icing sugar until soft peaks form.
13
Spoon or pipe the whipped cream around the edge of the pie for a decorative touch.
14
Sprinkle the toasted almond crumbs over the top for added texture and flavor.
15
Refrigerate the pie for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the pie to set.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Delicious Almond Peach Delight Pie?
It is a dessert pie featuring a nutty almond and coconut crust, a creamy citrus-infused sour cream filling, and a topping of sliced peaches, whipped cream, and toasted almond crumbs.
What kind of almonds should I use for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 185 grams of blanched almonds that are finely ground.
How do I prepare the almonds for the crust?
You should use a food processor to blend the blanched almonds until they reach a finely ground consistency.
What is the required oven temperature for baking the crust?
The oven should be preheated to 180°C (moderately hot) before baking the crust.
How long does the crust need to bake?
The crust should be baked for approximately 15 minutes, or until it turns a golden brown color.
Does the crust contain coconut?
Yes, the crust mixture includes 1 cup of shredded coconut combined with ground almonds and sugar.
How is the topping for the pie made?
A small portion of the almond and coconut crumb mixture is reserved and toasted in a pan over low heat for about 4 minutes until golden and fragrant.
What size pan should be used for this pie?
A greased 23 cm flan tin is recommended for this recipe.
What are the ingredients in the filling?
The filling is made by blending sour cream, salt, icing sugar, orange juice, grated orange rind, and vanilla extract until smooth.
How do I prepare the peaches for the pie?
You should use one 822g can of sliced peaches and ensure they are well-drained before arranging them on the pie.
Can I use fresh peaches instead of canned?
While the recipe specifies canned sliced peaches, fresh peaches can be used if they are peeled, sliced, and well-drained.
How much sour cream is needed?
The recipe requires 1 cup of plain sour cream for the filling.
What flavorings are added to the sour cream filling?
The filling is flavored with orange juice, grated orange rind, and vanilla extract.
How is the whipped cream topping prepared?
Heavy cream is lightly whipped with the remaining sifted icing sugar until soft peaks form.
How should the whipped cream be applied?
The whipped cream can be spooned or piped around the edge of the pie for a decorative touch.
Does the pie need to be refrigerated?
Yes, the pie should be refrigerated for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the filling to set.
Is the crust cooked or no-bake?
The crust is baked in the oven at 180°C for 15 minutes and then cooled completely before adding the filling.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 12 main ingredients in this recipe, including almonds, coconut, sugar, butter, sour cream, salt, icing sugar, orange juice, orange rind, vanilla, peaches, and cream.
What type of sugar is used in the almond mixture?
Granulated sugar (1/4 cup) is used in the base mixture.
What type of sugar is used for the filling and cream?
Sifted icing sugar is used in both the sour cream filling and the whipped cream topping.
What is the texture of the crust?
The crust has a crumbly texture made from rubbing butter into a mixture of ground almonds, coconut, and sugar.
How do I ensure the toasted almond crumbs don't burn?
Stir the reserved crumb mixture over low heat for only about 4 minutes or until just golden brown and fragrant.
What is the total amount of icing sugar needed?
The recipe requires a total of 3/4 cup of sifted icing sugar.
Is there any salt in this dessert?
Yes, a pinch of salt is added to the sour cream filling.
Can I use a food processor for the whole recipe?
The food processor is primarily used for grinding the almonds; the rest can be mixed by hand or with a mixer.
What gives the pie its citrus aroma?
The combination of 1 teaspoon of fresh orange juice and 1 teaspoon of grated orange rind provides the citrus aroma.
How should the peach slices be arranged?
The peach slices should be arranged decoratively on top of the sour cream filling before adding the whipped cream.
Is this pie suitable for summer gatherings?
Yes, it is described as a refreshing chilled treat perfect for summer occasions.
How long does it take to toast the almond crumbs?
It takes approximately 4 minutes over low heat.
Should the butter be melted or softened?
The butter should be softened so it can be easily rubbed into the dry almond and coconut mixture.