The Best Homemade Strawberry Cake Filling – Alrightwithme
Indulge in the delightful sweetness of The Best Homemade Strawberry Cake Filling – Alrightwithme. This vibrant, fruity filling is perfect for elevating your desserts, from birthday cakes to everyday treats. Made with ripe strawberries, a hint of lemon juice, and a touch of vanilla, this filling offers a luscious texture and irresistible flavor that’s sure to impress your family and friends. Quick to prepare in just 10 minutes, it’s versatile enough to be used in cakes, cupcakes, or even as a topping for breakfast favorites like pancakes and waffles. Plus, it can be made ahead of time, ensuring that you have a delicious addition ready whenever needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: About 2 cups (8 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
Instructions
- Hull and chop the strawberries into small pieces.
- In a medium saucepan, combine chopped strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract (if using).
- Mix cornstarch with water until smooth; add to the pot.
- Cook over medium heat until gently boiling; stir frequently until strawberries release their juices.
- Reduce heat and simmer for about 5-7 minutes until thickened.
- Remove from heat and let cool before using.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg