The Best Homemade Strawberry Cake Filling – Alrightwithme
Indulge in the delightful taste of summer with The Best Homemade Strawberry Cake Filling – Alrightwithme. This easy-to-make filling transforms any ordinary cake into a spectacular dessert, making it perfect for celebrations or casual weeknight treats. With fresh, ripe strawberries and a hint of lemon, this vibrant filling is not just delicious but also incredibly versatile. Use it to fill cakes, top pancakes, or even as a refreshing layer in pastries. In just 20 minutes, you can create a burst of fruity flavor that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
- 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
Instructions
- Hull and slice the strawberries into halves or quarters.
- In a medium saucepan, combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice; stir gently.
- Cook over medium heat until the mixture begins to boil, stirring occasionally to release juices.
- Mix cornstarch with water until smooth; gradually add to the boiling strawberry mixture while stirring continuously.
- Cook until thickened, then remove from heat and let cool completely before using.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 60g
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg