Cherry Pie Filling
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Cherry Pie Filling
Description
The Cherry Pie Filling combines 6 cups of pitted sweet cherries with water, lemon juice, sugar, and cornstarch in a pot. The mixture is brought to a boil and then simmered at medium-low heat for about 8 to 10 minutes while stirring, allowing the cornstarch to thicken the juices into a glossy filling. Vanilla extract is added after cooking to enhance the overall flavor.
The filling is designed to be used immediately or stored in the refrigerator for up to three days. It also freezes well for up to two months. Adjustments for sour cherries include increasing the sugar by a quarter cup or more to reach desired sweetness. This versatile filling provides a thick, sweet cherry component ideal for pies or desserts requiring fruit filling.
Ingredients
- 6 cups sweet cherries pitted
- 1 cup water
- 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Place the cherries, water, lemon juice sugar and cornstarch in a large pot. Stir to combine.
- Bring the cherry mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium low and simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the vanilla extract. Cool, then serve, or store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Notes
- When using sour cherries, increase sugar by 1/4 cup or more to offset tartness.
- Refrigerate pie filling for up to 3 days or freeze up to 2 months for later use.
- Thaw frozen filling before adding to pies to ensure proper consistency when baking.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 154 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 154kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 39g | 13% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 230mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 32g | 64% |
| Vitamin A | 65IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 8.3mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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