Glazed strawberries

Glazed strawberries are a simple dessert or snack where fresh strawberries are coated in a shiny, sweet glaze, often made from sugar, honey, or a fruit-based syrup. The dish is popular in many Western cuisines, particularly in American and European home cooking, and is frequently served over cakes, pancakes, or as a standalone treat.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in carbohydrates, primarily from the natural sugars in strawberries and the added sweetener in the glaze, with minimal fat or protein. A typical serving provides vitamin C, manganese, and antioxidants, and contains roughly 80-120 calories, depending on the glaze's sugar content.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	150 kcal
Protein	1.5 g
Carbs	36 g
Fat	0.5 g
Fiber	3.5 g
Sugar	30 g
Sodium	5 mg
Vitamin C	95 mg
Manganese	0.8 mg
Folate	40 mcg
Potassium	350 mg
Magnesium	25 mg
Vitamin K	5 mcg
Iron	1.0 mg
Calcium	25 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Glazed strawberries are culturally significant as a symbol of summer and celebration, often featured at picnics and holidays. Nutritionally, the glaze can enhance the bioavailability of certain antioxidants in strawberries, making them even more beneficial.