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Blueberry Pie Filling

Homemade Blueberry Pie Filling

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Make homemade blueberry pie filling effortlessly and elevate your desserts with a burst of juicy flavor. This delightful recipe combines fresh or frozen blueberries with just a few simple ingredients: sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and optional vanilla extract. In under 32 minutes, you can whip up this rich, glossy filling that’s perfect for pies, tarts, pancakes, or as a topping for yogurt and ice cream. With no preservatives or artificial flavors, you’ll enjoy the natural sweetness of blueberries in every bite. Plus, it’s freezer-friendly—make a large batch and savor the taste of summer year-round!

  • Total Time: 32 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 2 cups (8 servings) 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups blueberries (fresh or frozen)
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • Pinch salt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat blueberries in a medium saucepan over medium heat until they soften and release juices (7-9 minutes).
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
  3. Add the dry mixture to the softened blueberries; stir to combine.
  4. Cook while stirring until thickened (2-3 minutes).
  5. Remove from heat; stir in lemon juice and vanilla if using.
  6. Cool to room temperature; transfer to glass jars for storage.
  • Author: Madison
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 22 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: ¼ cup (60g)
  • Calories: 75
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 5mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: <1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg