Description
Indulge in the delightful flavor of homemade blueberry pie filling, a versatile addition to your desserts that elevates any dish. With just five simple ingredients, this recipe is quick to prepare and perfect for any occasion. Fresh blueberries are combined with sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla extract to create a sweet yet tangy filling that’s ideal for topping ice cream, pancakes, or using as a luscious pie filling. Whether you’re hosting a family gathering or enjoying a cozy night in, this blueberry pie filling will add a burst of fruity goodness to your favorite treats. Plus, it’s freezer-friendly, so you can always have some on hand!
Ingredients
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- 4 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3–4 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a nonstick saucepan over medium heat, cook the blueberries until softened and juicy.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar and cornstarch.
- Stir the dry mixture into the cooked blueberries until well combined.
- Continue cooking while stirring until the mixture thickens (about 5-10 minutes).
- Remove from heat and mix in lemon juice and vanilla extract.
- Allow to cool completely before transferring to an airtight jar for storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg