Sunshine flavors meet creamy comfort in a dessert that feels like a cross between cobbler and cheesecake. This Peaches and Cream Pie uses canned peaches so you can bake it any time of year. It’s quick to assemble, bakes in under an hour, and serves warm or chilled depending on your craving.
Why this peaches-and-cream bake stands out
This is not your everyday fruit pie. A soft, cakey base holds slices of tender peaches. A whipped cream cheese layer melts into the fruit while a cinnamon-sugar top caramelizes in the oven. Serve warm for a cobbler-like experience or cool it for a silky, cheesecake-style slice. Using canned peaches keeps the recipe simple and reliable.
Ingredients for one 10-inch deep pie
- Dry base: ¾ cup plus 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 3 tbsp cornstarch
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup milk
- 29 oz can sliced peaches, drained (reserve syrup)
- Cream cheese layer: 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 3 tbsp reserved peach syrup
- 1½ tbsp cinnamon-sugar for sprinkling
- Optional: whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for serving
Step-by-step: from bowl to oven
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 10-inch deep pie pan with nonstick spray.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, cornstarch, salt, and ½ cup sugar.
- Add the egg, vanilla, softened butter, and milk. Beat for 2–3 minutes until smooth.
- Pour the thin batter into the prepared pie dish. Arrange the drained peach slices over the batter. They may sink slightly; that’s expected.
- Beat the cream cheese until soft. Add 1/3 cup sugar and the reserved 3 tbsp peach syrup. Mix until silky.
- Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture over the peaches and spread, leaving about 1 inch from the pan edge.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar evenly over the top.
- Bake for about 35 minutes, until the top is golden and set.
- Serve warm for a gooey, cobbler-like bite, or chill and slice for a firmer texture.
- Top with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream if desired.
Tips, swaps, and serving ideas
- Reserve the syrup: mix a few tablespoons into the cream cheese for extra peach flavor.
- For a fresher taste, substitute 4 cups thinly sliced fresh peaches when they’re in season.
- Want crunch? Add a streusel or crumble topping instead of cinnamon sugar.
- Warm slices pair beautifully with vanilla ice cream.
- Chilled pieces are excellent topped with whipped cream or a drizzle of caramel.
Timing, yield, and quick facts
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cook time: 35 minutes
- Total time: about 45 minutes
- Serves: roughly 8 slices
- Category: dessert — baked
- Cuisine: American
Other peach recipes to try next
- Classic Peach Cobbler — for when you want a biscuit-topped dessert.
- Crescent Roll Peach Dumplings — an easy southern-style treat.
- Caramel Crumble Peach Pie — buttery crust, salted caramel, and brown sugar crumbs.
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