Description
Creating your own blueberry pie filling is a breeze and promises to elevate any dessert. With just a few ingredients—fresh or frozen blueberries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla extract—you’ll craft a luscious, glossy filling that bursts with juicy blueberry flavor. Perfect for pies, tarts, pancakes, or even as a topping for ice cream, this filling is bound to be a hit at summer picnics or family gatherings. Enjoy the sweet-tart balance and vibrant color that will make your desserts shine.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 3 tbsp cornstarch
- pinch of salt
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the blueberries in a medium saucepan over medium heat for about 7-9 minutes until they soften and release their juices.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and salt until well combined.
- Add the dry mixture to the cooked blueberries. Stir continuously until thickened (about 2-3 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and vanilla extract if using. Allow to cool completely.
- Transfer to glass jars for storage in the refrigerator until ready to use.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ cup (60g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Fresh blueberries yield the best flavor; if using frozen, ensure they're fully thawed. Adjust sweetness based on the ripeness of your berries. Consider adding spices like cinnamon for added depth.