Luscious Strawberry Whipped Cream Filling
Indulge in this delightful Luscious Strawberry Whipped Cream Filling, perfect for elevating your 8-inch layer cake to new heights. This creamy filling combines the sweetness of fresh strawberries with the lightness of whipped cream, making it not only a delicious treat but also visually appealing when layered between cake. Allow the mixture to chill so it sets perfectly before spreading it onto your cake layers, providing a refreshing burst of flavor in every bite.
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Servings
130
Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
hulled strawberries
2 cups (crushed)
sugar
1/2 cup
unflavored gelatin
1 tablespoon
cold water
2 tablespoons
boiling water
3 tablespoons
whipping cream
1/2 cup
Instructions
1
In a mixing bowl, combine the hulled and crushed strawberries with the sugar. Stir gently and set aside to allow the strawberries to release their juices.
2
In a small bowl, sprinkle the unflavored gelatin over the cold water and let it soften for a few minutes.
3
After the gelatin has softened, pour in the boiling water and stir until the gelatin is fully dissolved. Allow the mixture to cool slightly.
4
Once the strawberry mixture has started to thicken to the consistency of heavy syrup, slowly fold in the cooled gelatin mixture until well combined.
5
In a separate bowl, whip the cream until stiff peaks form. Be careful not to overwhip.
6
Gently fold the whipped cream into the strawberry mixture until fully incorporated, ensuring to maintain the light and airy texture.
7
Refrigerate the filling for at least one hour or until set before using it to fill or frost your cake.
Nutrition Information
10g
Fat
11g
Carbs
1g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary ingredient for this strawberry filling?
The primary ingredient is 2 cups of hulled and crushed strawberries.
How much sugar is required for the recipe?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of sugar to be mixed with the strawberries.
What type of gelatin is used in this recipe?
The recipe uses 1 tablespoon of unflavored gelatin.
How should the strawberries be prepared?
The strawberries should be hulled and crushed before mixing with sugar.
What is the first step in preparing the gelatin?
Sprinkle the unflavored gelatin over 2 tablespoons of cold water and let it soften.
How much cold water is needed for the gelatin?
You need 2 tablespoons of cold water to soften the gelatin.
How is the softened gelatin dissolved?
Pour in 3 tablespoons of boiling water and stir until the gelatin is fully dissolved.
How much boiling water is required?
The recipe requires 3 tablespoons of boiling water.
When do I add the gelatin mixture to the strawberries?
Add the cooled gelatin mixture once the strawberries have reached a heavy syrup consistency.
How much whipping cream is needed?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of whipping cream.
To what consistency should the cream be whipped?
The cream should be whipped until stiff peaks form.
How should the whipped cream be incorporated?
Gently fold the whipped cream into the strawberry mixture to maintain a light and airy texture.
How long must the filling be refrigerated before use?
The filling needs to be refrigerated for at least one hour or until it is set.
What size cake is this filling intended for?
This recipe is designed for an 8-inch layer cake.
How many calories are in one serving of this filling?
There are 130 calories per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
The fat content is 10g per serving.
How many carbohydrates does this filling contain?
The filling contains 11g of carbohydrates per serving.
How much protein is in this strawberry filling?
There is 1g of protein per serving.
Can this recipe be used as a frosting?
Yes, it can be used to either fill or frost your cake.
Why should I allow the gelatin to cool before adding it?
Allowing it to cool slightly prevents it from melting the strawberry mixture or cream prematurely.
What happens if I overwhip the cream?
Overwhipping can cause the cream to become grainy or turn into butter, losing its light texture.
Is this filling served cold?
Yes, it is a chilled dessert filling that must be kept refrigerated.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 6 ingredients: strawberries, sugar, gelatin, cold water, boiling water, and whipping cream.
What is the total carbohydrate count?
The filling has 11g of carbohydrates.
Does the recipe contain any fiber?
The nutritional data indicates fiber content is not applicable or null.
Is there any cholesterol in this recipe?
The cholesterol content is not specified in the provided data.
What is the consistency of the final product?
It is a light, creamy, and set filling with a burst of strawberry flavor.
Can I use a different fruit for this filling?
While this recipe is for strawberries, the method could potentially work for other crushed berries.
Is this recipe suitable for a layer cake?
Yes, it is specifically described as perfect for elevating an 8-inch layer cake.
What provides the structure to this whipped cream filling?
The unflavored gelatin acts as a stabilizer to provide structure to the whipped cream.