Description

Indulge in the delightful taste of homemade blueberry pie filling, perfect for enhancing your favorite desserts. This easy recipe combines fresh or frozen blueberries with sugar and a hint of lemon juice to create a rich, glossy filling that bursts with flavor. Whether you’re using it as a topping for pancakes, yogurt, or cheesecake, this versatile berry mixture is sure to please everyone at the table. With just a few simple steps and ingredients, you can whip up this delicious filling for all your sweet creations.

Ingredients

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4 cups blueberries (fresh or frozen)
¾ cup granulated sugar
3 tbsp cornstarch
pinch salt
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

Cook the blueberries: In a saucepan over medium heat, cook the blueberries for 7-9 minutes until they release their juices and soften.
Combine dry ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
Mix together: Add the dry mixture to the cooked blueberries in the saucepan and stir well to combine.
Thicken the filling: Continue cooking while stirring constantly until thickened (about 2-3 minutes).
Add flavor enhancers: Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and vanilla extract if using. Allow to cool.
Store your filling: Transfer to glass jars and refrigerate until ready to use.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Cooking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
Calories: 80
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 5mg
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 21g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Fresh blueberries will yield the best flavor; if using frozen, ensure they are thawed properly. Adjust the sugar based on the sweetness of your berries. Consider adding spices like cinnamon for an extra flavor twist.