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Quick Homemade Strawberry Filling For Cake

Quick Homemade Strawberry Filling For Cake

Elevate your desserts with this versatile Quick Homemade Strawberry Filling For Cake, a vibrant mix of strawberries and sugar that adds flavor and charm.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups fresh strawberries washed and hulled
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup water

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Wash and hull the strawberries, then slice them.
  2. Mix strawberries with sugar and lemon juice; let sit for 10-15 minutes.
  3. Whisk cornstarch with water until smooth.
  4. Cook the strawberry mixture over medium heat until simmering, then add the cornstarch slurry while stirring.
  5. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until thickened, then cool before using.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 1g

Notes

This filling can be made with fresh or frozen strawberries. If using frozen, thaw and drain before mixing.

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