Description
Elevate your desserts with this Easy Strawberry Glaze Recipe β Alrightwithme. In just 20 minutes, you can create a vibrant and flavorful glaze that adds a fresh touch to cakes, pies, and fruit salads. The glaze boasts a beautiful glossy finish that not only enhances the visual appeal of your dishes but also offers a delightful sweet-tangy flavor from ripe strawberries and zesty lemon juice. With only five simple ingredients, this quick recipe is perfect for both last-minute dessert preparations and planned gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh strawberries
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Rinse strawberries under cold water, remove stems, and slice.
- In a saucepan, combine sliced strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes until juices are released.
- Mix cornstarch with cold water in a bowl until smooth. Stir into saucepan and cook until thickened (2-3 minutes).
- Remove from heat and mix in vanilla extract. Cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor variations, consider experimenting with different fruit juices or extracts like orange or almond. Ensure to use fresh strawberries for the best taste. If you prefer a sweeter glaze, gradually add more sugar until desired sweetness is achieved.