Blueberry Filling for Pies
Bursting with the vibrant, sweet-tart flavor of fresh blueberries, this homemade Blueberry Filling for Pies is the ultimate pie upgrade your desserts deserve. Crafted with simple pantry staples like granulated sugar, cornstarch, and a zesty touch of lemon juice and zest, this luscious filling achieves the perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess. A generous handful of whole blueberries folded in at the end adds delightful pops of texture. Ready in just 15 minutes from start to finish, this versatile filling is ideal for classic blueberry pies, tarts, or even as a topping for cheesecakes and pancakes. Its rich, buttery finish ensures every bite is irresistibly smooth and silky. Store extras in the fridge and enjoy a taste of summer all week long!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups blueberries
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 0.25 cup water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, combine 3 cups of the blueberries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, water, and lemon juice.
Step 2
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture begins to thicken and bubble. This should take approximately 5-7 minutes.
Step 3
Reduce the heat to low and continue to stir while simmering for an additional 2 minutes to ensure the cornstarch is fully cooked and the filling is smooth.
Step 4
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the remaining 1 cup of blueberries, lemon zest, and unsalted butter. Mix until the butter is fully melted and incorporated.
Step 5
Allow the blueberry filling to cool to room temperature before using it in your pie or dessert. If not using immediately, transfer the filling to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (865g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1112.2 |
| Total Fat 16.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 7.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 31mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 246.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 201.8g | |
| Protein 4.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 13.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 25.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories