Description
Deliver consistent, high-quality desserts with the legendary taste of Ed Smith Blueberry Pie Filling. Distributed by ChickenPieces.com from our Calgary logistics hub, this 5 kg (11 lbs) bulk pail is the definitive choice for professional bakers, pastry chefs, and catering operations across Canada. Ed Smith has been a trusted Canadian name for over a century, known for selecting only the finest fruit. This filling is packed with whole, juicy blueberries that maintain their shape and vibrant deep-purple hue through the baking process, ensuring your pies, tarts, and danishes look as good as they taste.
Why It Works
- Plump Whole Fruit: Features a high fruit-to-syrup ratio, providing an authentic texture and mouthfeel in every bite.
- Superior Viscosity: Perfectly thickened to hold its shape when sliced, giving your pies a professional, clean-cut presentation.
- Vibrant Natural Color: The deep indigo-purple of real blueberries adds instant "crave-ability" to your display cases.
- Bulk 5 kg Value: The industrial-sized pail offers significant cost-per-serving savings for commercial bakeries and high-volume kitchens.
- Ready-to-Use Convenience: Eliminates the time-consuming process of cleaning, sorting, and thickening raw fruit, significantly reducing labor costs.
- Fast Calgary Logistics: Stocked locally in Alberta, we provide rapid, tracked shipping across Canada to keep your bakery shelves full.
Use Cases
- The Signature Blueberry Pie: Simply pour into a raw pastry shell, top with a lattice crust, and bake for a classic Canadian favorite.
- Gourmet Breakfast Topping: Warm slightly and spoon over buttermilk pancakes, waffles, or French toast for a premium brunch offering.
- Blueberry Cheesecake: Use as a glossy, fruit-rich topping for New York-style cheesecake to add color and tart sweetness.
- Pastry Filling: Perfect for filling hand pies, danishes, or "thumbprint" cookies, maintaining its shape throughout the bake.
Specifications
- Brand: Ed Smith
- Product: Blueberry Pie Filling / Fruit Prep
- Size: 5 kg (11 lbs)
- Format: High-Density Plastic Foodservice Pail with Resealable Lid
- Key Ingredients: Blueberries, Water, Sugar/Glucose, Modified Corn Starch, Citric Acid.
- Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Refrigerate after opening to maintain peak fruit quality.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this filling ready to eat out of the pail?
Yes! Ed Smith pie fillings are fully cooked and ready to be used as a cold topping or baked into pastries straight from the pail.
Can I freeze this filling?
While the raw filling is shelf-stable, we do not recommend freezing the pail itself as it can change the texture of the starch. However, once baked into a pie or pastry, the filling handles freezing and thawing beautifully.
Does it contain real blueberries?
Absolutely. Ed Smith is famous for using real, whole fruit as the primary ingredient, not just flavored syrup.
Is this product gluten-free?
Ed Smith blueberry filling is typically thickened with modified corn starch, which is naturally gluten-free. Please refer to the physical label for the most current allergen and gluten-free certifications.
How many 9-inch pies can I make with a 5 kg pail?
Depending on how deep you fill your pies, a 5 kg pail typically yields approximately 6 to 8 standard 9-inch pies.
How long does it last after opening?
Once opened and refrigerated, the filling remains at peak quality for approximately 2 to 3 weeks. Ensure the lid is snapped tight to prevent drying.
Why buy from ChickenPieces.com?
ChickenPieces.com is 100% Canadian-owned and based in Calgary. We specialize in the high-volume bakery and hospitality staples that power Canadian businesses. Shipping from Alberta ensures your bulk supplies arrive fast and secure.
Order today for fast shipping from our Calgary warehouse.