Description
Discover the art of Pear Pie Filling with our step-by-step guide! Transform ripe pears into a magical dessert that captures the warmth of autumn. Whether you’re canning fruit or exploring delightful pear pie recipes, this versatile filling makes every family gathering special!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8–9 small (5–6 large) pears, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced (about 5 cups)
- ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
- ¼ cup (50 g) light brown sugar, packed
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Add sliced pears to the bowl and gently toss to coat them thoroughly.
- Transfer the pears to a medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook while stirring occasionally until the liquid thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and vanilla extract. Let the filling cool completely before using.
- Preheat oven to 375°F when ready to bake. Pour chilled pear pie filling into a 9-inch pie crust.
- Top with another crust, cutting slits to allow steam to escape, or create a lattice pattern. Brush with beaten egg for shine.
- Bake for 50-55 minutes until crust is golden brown and filling is bubbly. Cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Select ripe, but firm pears for the best texture.
- Toss sliced pears with lemon juice to prevent browning.
- Cooling the filling ensures better pie consistency.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 32 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
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