Strawberry Filling for Crepes
Elevate your breakfast or dessert game with this luscious strawberry filling for crepes! Made with fresh, juicy strawberries, a touch of zesty lemon juice, and just the right amount of sweetness, this easy recipe is the perfect companion to delicate crepes. A quick cornstarch slurry thickens the mixture to a dreamy, jam-like consistency, capturing the essence of ripe strawberries. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile filling can be served warm or at room temperature, adding vibrant flavor and a pop of color to your crepes. Whether you're hosting brunch or treating yourself, this strawberry filling is a must-try for fruit lovers and crepe enthusiasts alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh strawberries
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Wash and hull the strawberries, then chop them into small pieces.
In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped strawberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice over medium heat.
Cook the mixture for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries release their juices and start to soften.
In a small bowl, dissolve the cornstarch in water to create a slurry.
Add the cornstarch slurry to the strawberry mixture while stirring constantly.
Continue to cook the mixture for an additional 2-3 minutes until it thickens to a jam-like consistency.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the filling cool slightly before using.
Serve warm or at room temperature as a filling for crepes. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
254 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.0 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.3 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.1 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.7 g | ||
| Protein | 2.1 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 49 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 456 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
