Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 8 small mason jars or canning jars
Preparation Time:
30 minutes
Cooking Time:
1 hour
Difficulty Level:
2
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the blueberries, sugar, cornstarch, water, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
- Pour the blueberry filling into the prepared jars, leaving about 1 inch of headspace at the top.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter. Pour the melted butter over the blueberry filling in each jar.
- Seal the jars with lids and rings.
- Place the jars in a water bath and simmer for 1 hour.
- Remove the jars from the water bath and let cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 250
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Protein: 2g
- Fat: 7g
Dish Characteristics:
- Sweet and tangy blueberry filling
- Rich and buttery crust
- Individual jar serving size perfect for parties or picnics
User Comments:
- "These Blueberry Pies in a Jar were a hit at my last party. They're so easy to make and everyone loved them!"
- "I love that you can make these ahead of time and just warm them up when you're ready to serve."
- "The perfect dessert for a summer picnic or barbecue."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use fresh or frozen blueberries for the best flavor.
- If you don't have canning jars, you can use regular jars with tight-fitting lids.
- Be sure to leave enough headspace at the top of the jars so that the filling doesn't bubble over during cooking.
- Let the jars cool completely before storing them in the refrigerator.
