Baked goods

Pie, peach

FDC 175020oz (28 g)

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Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Density 21 · -19 vs Baked goods median

Peach pie scores 21 of 100 on the Nutrient Density Score, a Low band result that ranks 51 of 60 among Baked goods, reflecting a dessert built mostly from sugar, flour and fruit filling rather than any concentrated nutrient content.

It's a classic baked dessert, sliced and served warm or at room temperature, often with a scoop of ice cream or a dollop of cream. A one-ounce sliver keeps things sensible, but the pie is high in sugars at 16.2 g per 100 g, and with a score well below the Baked goods median of 40, Marie biscuit cookies are a same-category option worth trying instead.

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Fig. 1 · Macronutrient composition
Protein 1.9 g · 3%Carb 32.9 g · 57%Fat 10 g · 39%

Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams

Nutrition facts

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories224 kcal11%
Total fat10 g13%
Saturated fat1.5 g8%
Cholesterol0 mg0%
Sodium217 mg9%
Carbohydrate33 g12%
Dietary fiber0.8 g3%
Sugars16 g
Protein1.9 g4%
Potassium125 mg3%
Calcium8 mg1%
Iron0.5 mg3%
Magnesium6 mg1%
Vitamin C0.9 mg1%
Vitamin A10 µg1%
Vitamin E0.94 mg6%

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FDC 175020

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Versus the baked goods median

Nutrient density21 vs 40 median
Protein / 100 g1.9 vs 8.6 median
Fiber / 100 g0.8 vs 3.4 median
Sodium / 100 g217 vs 447 median

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

More nutrient-dense swaps

Foods in the same category that score higher on nutrient density.

Cookies, Marie biscuitDensity 22 vs 21Bread, salvadoran sweet cheese (quesadilla salvadorena)Density 23 vs 21Danish pastry, cheeseDensity 26 vs 21

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

In the kitchen and how to use it

Peach pie is a double-crust or lattice-topped dessert built around sliced fresh or canned peaches tossed with sugar, a little flour or cornstarch to thicken the juices, and often a hint of cinnamon or nutmeg, baked until the crust is golden and the filling bubbles through the vents. It is a summer classic served warm, frequently with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream to play against the tart-sweet fruit. The crust brings flaky, buttery layers while the filling stays soft and juicy, a textural contrast that is part of what makes pie pie.

Whole pies keep well loosely covered at room temperature for a day or two, and refrigerated for close to a week, with slices reheating nicely in a low oven to re-crisp the crust. At 224 calories per ounce (28 g) it is a dessert to portion out rather than a food to build a meal around, with 32.9 g carbohydrate and 16.2 g sugar per 100 g coming mostly from the sweetened filling and crust. There is no standout nutrient here, so it is best enjoyed simply as an occasional treat alongside a meal rather than counted on for any particular nutrient contribution.

Frequently asked questions about pie, peach

How many calories are in peach pie?

It has 224 calories per ounce (28 g), so a typical slice adds up quickly and is best treated as a portioned dessert.

What does peach pie pair well with?

Vanilla ice cream or lightly sweetened whipped cream is the classic pairing, balancing the tart-sweet peach filling.

How do you store peach pie?

A baked pie keeps loosely covered at room temperature for a day or two, or refrigerated for about a week, and reheats well in a low oven.

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