Strawberry Cake Filling
Indulge in the delightful sweetness of homemade Strawberry Cake Filling, an easy-to-make treat that elevates any dessert. Whether you’re layering it between cakes, filling cupcakes, or drizzling it over pancakes, this thick and luscious strawberry mixture bursts with flavor. Ready in just 15 minutes, this recipe uses fresh or frozen strawberries to create a vibrant filling that will impress your guests. Its smooth texture and customizable sweetness make it an essential addition to your baking repertoire. Perfect for celebrations or simply satisfying your sweet cravings, this Strawberry Cake Filling is a must-try for any dessert lover.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: About 2 cups (approximately 8 servings) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 16 oz (2 ½ to 3 cups) fresh or frozen strawberries, sliced
- ¾ cup water
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- ⅔ cup sugar (adjust as desired)
- 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; stir well.
- Cook over medium heat until boiling while stirring constantly.
- Boil for 30-60 seconds until the mixture thickens and changes 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: ¼ cup (60g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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