Raspberry Cake Filling Recipe

This incredibly easy raspberry cake filling is perfect for adding a burst of juicy flavor to your cakes, jelly rolls, or other favorite desserts! Deliberately made on the runny side, it soaks beautifully into the cake for extra moisture and a delightful texture. Easily adjust the thickness by adding cornstarch, one teaspoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 616.9 kcal
Protein 5g
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Ingredients for Raspberry Cake Filling

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How to Make Raspberry Cake Filling

  1. In a small saucepan, whisk together 1 ½ cups fresh raspberries, ½ cup granulated sugar, ¼ cup water, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and 2 tablespoons cornstarch until smooth.
  2. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture comes to a boil and thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and let cool completely. Stir occasionally to prevent a skin from forming.
  4. Once cooled, spread generously onto your favorite cake, cupcakes, or dessert.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

529g

Fat

0g

Carbs

52g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Raspberry Cake Filling?

Raspberry Cake Filling takes about 15 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Raspberry Cake Filling?

Raspberry Cake Filling has approximately 616.9 calories per serving, with about 5 g protein, 52 g carbohydrates and 1 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Raspberry Cake Filling?

The key ingredients for Raspberry Cake Filling are Frozen Raspberries, Cornstarch, Lemon Juice, Sugar. See the full list with measurements above.

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