Description
Strawberry Glaze is a sweet, vibrant, and glossy topping made from fresh strawberries and sugar. This easy-to-make glaze adds authentic fruity flavor and a beautiful red sheen to cakes, donuts, pastries, and more, enhancing the appearance and taste of your desserts.
Ingredients
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1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
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½ cup granulated sugar
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water (optional, for thickening)
Instructions
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Cook Strawberries: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries release their juices and the mixture simmers, about 5-7 minutes.
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Mash or Blend: Mash the strawberries with a fork or potato masher for a chunky glaze. For a smooth glaze, puree the mixture using a blender or immersion blender.
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Thicken Glaze (Optional): Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until the glaze thickens slightly.
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Cool: Remove from heat and allow the glaze to cool slightly before using.
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Use: Drizzle or brush over cakes, cupcakes, pastries, or pancakes.
Notes
Adjust sugar to balance strawberry sweetness.Add vanilla or cinnamon for flavor variations.For a mixed berry glaze, substitute half the strawberries with other berries.Add a splash of fruit liqueur for an adult twist.Use sugar substitutes to make it sugar-free.
