How do you thicken pineapple filling without cornstarch?

Cornstarch Substitute for Fruit Pie Fillings When it comes to pie fillings, all-purpose flour is the way to go. It's a pantry staple that's great for thickening, but it won't give you that same glossiness that cornstarch provides. You can also use tapioca starch if you have it handy.

What can I use instead of cornstarch for fruit filling?

All-purpose flour : You can use all-purpose flour as a substitute for cornstarch in equal parts. Keep in mind that it may make the recipe slightly denser. Arrowroot powder: Arrowroot powder is a starch that is often used as a cornstarch substitute. Use it in equal parts.

Is crushed pineapple good for constipation?

Bromelain has anti-inflammatory and anti-cancerous properties. This extract may also reduce swelling and bruising. Pineapples are high in fiber and water content, which can help prevent constipation .

What's the difference between pineapple chunks and pineapple tidbits?

A: DOLE® Pineapple Tidbits are cut smaller than DOLE® Pineapple Chunks . Tidbits are roughly 1/3 of the size of a chunk.

How do you thicken fruit fillings without cornstarch?

All-purpose flour is an easy solution, as you're sure to have it in your pantry. Since it's lower in starch, you'll use more of it than you would higher-starch thickeners. Quick-cooking tapioca makes filling bright and clear, but also gives it a stippled and somewhat sticky texture.

How do you thicken fruit fillings?

All-Purpose Flour Flour is a popular thickener for sauces and soups, and it can be used to add body to your fruit filling. It's great because it thickens at low temperatures, but you'll need to use more of it because it's not as effective as some of the other starches.

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Last Updated On: August 01, 2023 | Published: August 27, 2016 by Melissa Diamond | 76 Comments

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Add a flavorful dose of Pineapple to your coconut cake, yellow cake, or white cake recipes with this easy cooked Pineapple Filling!

With just three simple ingredients and wonderful pineapple flavor, this filling is sure to become a favorite.

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Why We Love It

Simple pineapple cake filling recipe with just a few ingredients
This cooked filling thickens to a great spreading consistency for sandwiching between layers.
Works perfectly with so many cakes! We've used it in our Piña Colada Cake, Elvis Presley Cake, and Pineapple Coconut Cake.

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How to Make Pineapple Cake Filling

This easy cooked pineapple filling comes together in no time! You can find the full, printable recipe further down in this post. Here is a quick rundown of our steps!

Combine the crushed pineapple, corn starch, and granulated sugar in a saucepan and cook over medium heat. When the mixture begins to boil, stir constantly until it begins to thicken, approximately 1 to 2 minutes.
The pineapple mixture will thicken even more as it cools. Then, cool the pineapple filling completely in refrigerator before using.

No-Bake Pineapple Filling Alternative

In addition to this delicious pineapple cake filling, we have another great option that we love which is no-bake. This is a recipe that we have used in a few of our recipes, including our Pineapple Cake and Orange Pineapple Cake.

This filling is an easy combination of instant vanilla pudding and heavy cream, with crushed pineapple folded in. It has a thick, full consistency. We love both recipes.

Pineapple Cakes

We have many more delicious Pineapple Cakes to share with you! In addition to the recipes mentioned above, our Hummingbird Cake, Carrot Cake, and Pineapple Upside Down Bundt Cake are always a favorite. Thanks so much for stopping by.

If you give our pineapple filling a try, we would love for you to leave a comment and photo below!

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More Pineapple Cakes

Here are a few more cakes with pineapple for you to keep on your "must-bake" list!

Pineapple Dream Cake
Elvis Presley Cake
Pineapple Coconut Cake
Easy Pineapple Upside Down Bundt Cake

Pineapple Cake Filling Recipe