Strawberry Pie Filling
Indulge in the delight of homemade Strawberry Pie Filling, a vibrant and fresh concoction that brings the taste of summer to your desserts. This recipe allows you to ditch store-bought versions filled with preservatives and instead create a luscious filling bursting with sweet strawberry flavor. Ideal for pies, pancakes, yogurt, or even drizzled over ice cream, this versatile topping can elevate any dish and impress your guests. With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can enjoy the satisfaction of crafting this delightful treat at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 2 cups (8 servings) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 quart (16 ounces) ripe strawberries, washed, hulled, and sliced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ⅓ to ½ cup (70 –100 grams) sugar (adjust based on sweetness)
- 1 tablespoon quick-cooking tapioca or cornstarch
- Pinch salt
Instructions
- In a blender, combine ½ cup of sliced strawberries with lemon juice and ½ cup of water (omit water if using cornstarch). Blend until smooth.
- In a pot, mix sugar with quick-cooking tapioca (or cornstarch) and a pinch of salt. Pour in the blended strawberry juice and stir well.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat until boiling. Lower heat to simmer, stirring frequently until thickened (about 5 minutes). If using cornstarch, skip simmering; proceed once it thickens after boiling.
- Stir in remaining sliced strawberries and cook until it simmers again. Turn off the heat.
- Transfer the filling to a wide container to cool quickly before storing in a jar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ cup (60g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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