Pineapple Filling
Bright, tangy, and irresistibly sweet, this homemade Pineapple Filling is a versatile recipe that brings a tropical punch to your baked goods and desserts. Made with finely diced fresh pineapple, a blend of granulated and brown sugars, and a splash of lemon juice for a zesty kick, this filling achieves the perfect balance of sweetness and acidity. A touch of cornstarch ensures a luscious, smooth texture, while a dollop of unsalted butter imparts richness and shine. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy pineapple filling is perfect for pies, cakes, pastries, or as a topping for pancakes and waffles. Elevate your creations with this simple yet flavorful recipe that’s guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups (finely diced) Fresh pineapple
- 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cups Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1.5 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 1 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
Instructions
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the finely diced pineapple, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and 1 tablespoon of water.
Stir the mixture occasionally until the sugars dissolve and the pineapple begins to release its juices, about 5 minutes.
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and the remaining 1 tablespoon of water to create a slurry.
Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the saucepan while stirring continuously to prevent lumps from forming.
Add the lemon juice and continue cooking the mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently, until it thickens to your desired consistency. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the unsalted butter until fully melted and incorporated. The butter adds shine and richness to the filling.
Allow the pineapple filling to cool to room temperature before using it in your desired recipe or transferring it to an airtight container for storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
700 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.4 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.0 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 8 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 156.1 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 133.5 g | ||
| Protein | 2.0 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 50 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 385 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
