Strawberry Cake Filling
Create a delightful Strawberry Cake Filling that adds a burst of fresh flavor to your desserts! This easy-to-make filling is perfect for cakes, cupcakes, and even pancakes. With its vibrant color and luscious texture, it elevates any dessert from ordinary to extraordinary. Made with real strawberries and thickened naturally, this filling is customizable to suit your taste preferences. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or just indulging in a sweet treat, this Strawberry Cake Filling is sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 16 oz fresh or frozen strawberries, sliced
- ¾ cup water
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- ⅔ cup sugar (adjustable)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Pinch of salt (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together water and cornstarch until smooth.
- Add sliced strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix well.
- Heat the mixture over medium to medium-high heat until it comes to a boil, stirring occasionally.
- Allow it to boil for 30-60 seconds until it transforms in color.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 8-10 minutes until thickened.
- Remove from heat and let cool completely before using.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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