Description
Indulge in the delightful freshness of homemade Strawberry Pie Filling. This vibrant concoction bursts with the sweet, juicy flavors of ripe strawberries, making it an ideal addition to pies, desserts, or even as a topping for your favorite breakfast dishes. Unlike store-bought options, this easy-to-make filling allows you to control the sweetness and achieve a rich, fruity taste that will impress your family and friends. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal cooking time, you can create a delicious batch that can be stored for later use. Perfect for summer gatherings or cozy family dinners, this Strawberry Pie Filling will enhance any sweet treat and bring a smile to everyone’s face.
Ingredients
- 1 quart (16 ounces) ripe strawberries, washed, hulled and sliced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ⅓ to ½ cup sugar (adjust based on sweetness preference)
- 1 tablespoon quick-cooking tapioca or cornstarch
- Pinch salt
Instructions
- Blend half of the sliced strawberries with lemon juice until smooth.
- In a pot, mix sugar, tapioca (or cornstarch), and salt; add blended strawberry mixture.
- Heat over medium until boiling; reduce heat and simmer for about 5 minutes or until thickened.
- Stir in remaining sliced strawberries, cook until heated through, then cool before storing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
