Description
This Peach Pie Filling features bright, juicy peaches and simple ingredients, making it a delightful addition to your desserts with its rich flavor and easy preparation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe peaches, 1 lb peaches, cubed
- 2/3 cup brown sugar, light brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Cube the peaches, peeling fresh ones or thawing frozen ones if necessary.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the cubed peaches, brown sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, and cornstarch.
- Heat the mixture until the peach juice separates and reaches a simmer.
- Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the mixture thickens. Use a potato masher to lightly mash about 20% of the peaches.
- After mashing, cook for an additional minute then remove from heat. Allow to cool completely before using.
Notes
Ensure peaches are ripe for the best flavor.
This filling can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Perfect for pies, pastries, or as a topping for ice cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg