Quick and Easy Peach Pie Filling

3.75 from 81 votes

This Quick and Easy Peach Pie Filling will have you making peachy desserts in under 30 minutes!Serving Size: 1 cup

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 8

Total Time 18

Servings cups of filling or enough for one 9-inch pie

Calories 261kcal

1 cup water
1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract OR almond extract
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
10 or 16 ounce package of frozen peaches, defrosted (or 4 to 5 large peaches that are peeled, pitted, and chopped)

In a large saucepan over medium heat, stir together the water, lemon juice, sugar, and cornstarch. Cook until thickened and bubbly, for around 5 minutes.
Cook for another 3 minutes once it becomes bubbly, making sure to stir consistently.
Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and cinnamon.
Add the peaches and mix until everything is well combined.
Make sure to cool the filling to room temperature then use right away or store in the refrigerator for a few days.

Time Saving Tips:
If using fresh peaches, you can peel, pit, and chop them at least a day ahead of time. They will keep well in the fridge overnight.

More Notes:
According to the original author, this recipe is not suitable for canning due to the cornstarch.

Recipe Source:

Adapted from the food blog, Chocolate Moosey.