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Close-up of homemade peach pie filling in a pie crust, with a wooden spoon scooping out some of the filling.

Homemade Peach Pie Filling

A delicious homemade peach pie filling made with fresh peaches, perfect for pies or as a topping.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Tablespoon butter
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • 2 pounds pounds fresh peaches (about 6), peeled and sliced ((this recipe is for fresh peaches, not canned or frozen))

Instructions
 

  • Melt the butter in a medium pot over medium heat. Add vanilla extract and cornstarch and whisk.
  • Stir in the granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon and salt, then stir in the peaches.
  • Cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring regularly, until peaches are soft and the filling has thickened.
  • Remove from heat and use in a crust or let cool, then store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Notes

For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe peaches. This filling is also great as a topping for yogurt or ice cream.
Keyword peaches