Strawberry Glaze

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Fresh and Fruity: Made with real strawberries for an authentic fruit flavor.
• Versatile Use: Ideal for drizzling over waffles, pancakes, cakes, or even ice cream.
• Simple to Make: Requires just a few ingredients and is ready in under 15 minutes.
• Beautiful Presentation: The bright red glaze adds an eye-catching finish to any dish.

Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• 1 ½ cups sugar
• 1.5 ounces strawberry gelatin (half a 3-ounce package)
• ¾ cup cornstarch
• 2 teaspoons red food coloring
• 1 pound strawberries, hulled and sliced

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

Directions

1. In a medium pot, combine 1 ½ cups of water, sugar, and strawberry gelatin. Whisk well until combined, then bring to a boil over medium heat.
2. Whisk the remaining ½ cup water with the cornstarch until smooth. Slowly pour this mixture into the boiling pot while whisking continuously.
3. Keep whisking constantly for about 4-5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
4. Remove the pot from heat and whisk in the red food coloring.
5. Let the glaze cool completely before gently folding in the sliced strawberries.

Servings and Timing

• Yield: 10 servings
• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 8 minutes
• Total Time: 13 minutes

Variations

• Sweetener Swap: Use honey or maple syrup instead of sugar for a different sweetness profile.
• Color Variation: Skip the red food coloring to keep the natural strawberry color or use natural alternatives like beet juice.
• Fruit Mix: Add other berries like blueberries or raspberries for a mixed berry glaze.

Storage/Reheating

• Storage: Keep leftover glaze in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheating: Warm gently in the microwave or on the stove before serving if the glaze thickens too much.

FAQs

Can I make this glaze ahead of time?

Yes, prepare it in advance and refrigerate. Just bring to room temperature or warm slightly before use.

Can I use frozen strawberries?

Yes, thaw them first and drain any excess liquid before adding to the glaze.

Is the red food coloring necessary?

No, it’s optional and mainly for a brighter color effect.

Can I make this glaze without gelatin?

You could try using agar-agar as a vegetarian alternative but the texture may differ slightly.

How thick will the glaze be?

It should be thick enough to coat and cling to foods but still pourable.

Can I double the recipe?

Absolutely, just double the ingredients and follow the same steps.

Is this glaze gluten-free?

Yes, it contains no gluten ingredients.

Can I use this glaze on cold desserts?

Yes, it works great on chilled or room temperature dishes.

What dishes pair well with strawberry glaze?

Try it on waffles, pancakes, pound cake, cheesecakes, or ice cream.

Can I store this glaze at room temperature?

It’s best stored refrigerated to maintain freshness and prevent spoilage.

Conclusion

This Strawberry Glaze recipe offers a quick and flavorful way to brighten up your favorite desserts and breakfast dishes. With its fresh strawberry taste and easy preparation, it’s a versatile topping that adds both sweetness and a beautiful pop of color. Whether drizzled on waffles, layered over cakes, or spooned onto ice cream, this glaze will become a staple in your kitchen for adding delicious flair to any meal.

Strawberry Glaze

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• Author: Amy
• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 8 minutes
• Total Time: 13 minutes
• Yield: 10 servings
• Category: Sauce/Topping
• Method: Cooking, whisking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Gluten Free

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Description

Strawberry Glaze is a sweet, tangy topping made with real strawberries, sugar, and strawberry gelatin, perfect for desserts and breakfast dishes.

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Ingredients

2 cups water

1 ½ cups sugar

1.5 ounces strawberry gelatin (half a 3-ounce package)

¾ cup cornstarch

2 teaspoons red food coloring

1 pound strawberries, hulled and sliced

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Instructions

1. In a medium pot, combine 1 ½ cups water, sugar, and strawberry gelatin. Whisk until combined and bring to a boil over medium heat.
2. Whisk remaining ½ cup water with cornstarch until smooth. Slowly pour into boiling pot, whisking constantly.
3. Keep whisking for 4-5 minutes until sauce thickens.
4. Remove from heat and whisk in red food coloring.
5. Let glaze cool completely, then gently fold in sliced strawberries.

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Notes

Use honey or maple syrup instead of sugar for a different sweetness.

Skip or substitute red food coloring with natural alternatives like beet juice.

Add other berries like blueberries or raspberries for a mixed berry glaze.