Blueberry Pie Filling
This homemade Blueberry Pie Filling is sweet, glossy, and packed with juicy blueberries in every bite!
Servings: 2 cups
Calories: 783kcal
Ingredients
- 4 cups (592 g) fresh or frozen blueberries, divided
- ⅓ cup (67 g) granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon lemon zest
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- ¼ cup water
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine 2 cups of the blueberries, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Cook, stirring frequently, until the berries begin to break down and release their juices, about 8 to 10 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water until completely smooth.
- Stir the cornstarch slurry into the simmering blueberry mixture. Continue cooking for 1 to 2 minutes, until the filling thickens and becomes glossy.
- Remove from heat and gently stir in the remaining 2 cups of blueberries. This keeps some berries whole for texture.
- Stir in the vanilla extract. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
- Allow the filling to cool completely before using in pies, bars, or desserts.
Nutrition
Serving: 1batch (2 cups pie filling) | Calories: 783kcal