Blueberry Pie Filling
Indulge in the delightful taste of homemade blueberry pie filling, a versatile and delicious addition to your dessert repertoire. This simple recipe allows you to harness the sweet and tangy flavors of fresh or frozen blueberries, transforming them into a luscious filling perfect for pies, tarts, pancakes, or even yogurt parfaits. In just under 35 minutes, you can prepare this vibrant filling that not only elevates your dishes but also provides a healthy dose of antioxidants. Whether served warm over ice cream or layered in a breakfast parfait, this blueberry pie filling is sure to impress at any gathering and satisfy all berry lovers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings (1 cup total) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
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
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, cook the blueberries for about 7-9 minutes until they soften and release their juices.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
- Add the dry mixture to the cooked blueberries and stir thoroughly.
- Cook while stirring constantly for an additional 2-3 minutes until thickened.
- Remove from heat; stir in lemon juice and vanilla extract if desired. Allow to cool before storing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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