Strawberry Cake Filling
Indulge in the delightful burst of flavors with this easy Strawberry Cake Filling. Perfect for cakes, cupcakes, and many other desserts, this thick and luscious filling features the vibrant taste of strawberries that can elevate any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday or enjoying a casual family gathering, this homemade strawberry filling is sure to impress. With simple ingredients and quick preparation time, you can easily whip up this fruity goodness. Customize the sweetness to suit your palate, and enjoy the natural flavors without any artificial additives.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 1 cup (8 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
- â…” cup sugar (adjustable)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together water and cornstarch until smooth.
- Add sliced strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and salt to the mixture.
- Cook over medium heat while stirring continuously until boiling.
- Allow to boil for 30–60 seconds, then reduce heat to medium-low.
- Simmer for 8–10 minutes until thickened, coating the back of a spatula.
- Remove from heat and let cool completely before using.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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