How to make Strawberry Filling - Mermelada de Fresa - Relleno de Fresa para pasteles - Receta Facil

granulated sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with fewer calories.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: flour

Arrowroot is a gluten-free thickener.

fresh strawberries

🥗Healthier: frozen strawberries

💰Cheaper: canned strawberries

Frozen strawberries are available year-round.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds flavor with healthier fats.

Wash and hull the strawberries, then slice them.

Combine sliced strawberries and granulated sugar in a bowl, and let sit for 30 minutes to macerate.

In a saucepan, mix cornstarch and water until smooth, then add lemon juice and vanilla extract.

Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly until it thickens, about 3-4 minutes.

Add the macerated strawberries to the saucepan and stir gently to combine.

Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature before using.

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