How to Make Kentucky Fruit Filling - A Step-by-Step Guide

Welcome to our delicious recipe for Kentucky Fruit Filling! This sweet and tangy filling is perfect for pies, tarts, cakes, or even as a topping for ice cream. The combination of fresh fruits, sugar, and a hint of bourbon creates a flavor that is truly unique to the state of Kentucky. Whether you're a native Kentuckian or just a fan of good old-fashioned southern cooking, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup dates, pitted and chopped
  • 1 cup chopped raisins
  • 1 large orange
  • ⅓ cup white sugar
  • ¼ cup orange juice

Information

  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 2 cups filling

  • Cut orange into sections, and remove the seeds. Grind the sections, peels and all.
  • Combine dates, raisins, and ground orange in a medium saucepan: stir well. Stir in sugar and orange juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture is thickened.
  • Spread hot filling between layers or on top of cake.
  • Nutrition

    107 cal.

    • Total Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 2mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 28g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 23g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 11mg
    • Calcium: 18mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 222mg