The Best Homemade Strawberry Cake Filling – Alrightwithme
If you’re looking for a delightful and versatile dessert filling, The Best Homemade Strawberry Cake Filling – Alrightwithme is the perfect solution. Bursting with the fresh taste of ripe strawberries, this easy-to-make filling brings sweetness and vibrancy to cakes, cupcakes, and pastries. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a luscious filling that’s ideal for birthdays, family gatherings, or any celebration. Its smooth texture and bright flavor will be the highlight of your baking repertoire.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups ripe strawberries, hulled
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberries: Hull and wash the strawberries, ensuring they are ripe for optimal sweetness.
- Combine Ingredients: In a saucepan, mix hulled strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, and water. Stir gently to combine.
- Cook the Mixture: Place over medium heat and simmer for about 5–7 minutes until the strawberries release their juices.
- Thicken the Filling: Mix cornstarch with a bit of water to create a slurry. Gradually add to the strawberry mixture while stirring continuously for another 2–3 minutes until thickened.
- Cool Before Use: Remove from heat and allow to cool completely before using as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg