Easy Strawberry Glaze Recipe – Alrightwithme
Create a delightful addition to your desserts with this Easy Strawberry Glaze Recipe – Alrightwithme. This quick and simple glaze captures the fresh, juicy essence of strawberries, adding a vibrant shine and flavor to cakes, pies, and fruit salads. Perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a weekend treat or a special celebration, this glaze elevates your dessert game without requiring extensive cooking skills.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Servings: 4
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh strawberries
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberries: Wash and slice the strawberries into halves or quarters.
- Cook the Strawberries: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine sliced strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Stir until bubbly and softened (about 5 minutes).
- Thicken the Glaze: Mix cornstarch with a tablespoon of water in a small bowl until smooth. Add to the saucepan while stirring continuously for an additional 2-3 minutes until thickened.
- Finish with Vanilla: Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Allow cooling before using.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 55
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg