Description
Indulge in the fresh and vibrant taste of this easy Strawberry Cake Filling, ready in just 20 minutes. With only four simple ingredients, this delightful filling is perfect for elevating your cakes, cupcakes, and pastries. Its burst of strawberry flavor makes it an ideal choice for special occasions like birthdays and anniversaries or as a sweet weekend treat. The preparation is straightforward, making it accessible for bakers of all skill levels. Customize it with a hint of lemon zest or adjust the sweetness to suit your taste preferences. This versatile filling will quickly become a staple in your dessert repertoire.
Ingredients
- 3 cups fresh strawberries (sliced in half)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp cornstarch (mixed with a little water)
Instructions
- Prepare the strawberries by washing, hulling, and chopping them.
- In a saucepan, combine sliced strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice over medium heat until bubbling.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry and add it gradually to the simmering mixture while stirring.
- Cook until thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon.
- Remove from heat and let cool completely before using.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating lemon zest or adjusting the sugar based on your berry's sweetness. Ensure you cool the filling completely to achieve the perfect consistency for spreading or piping.