Brandied B C Cherries
Transform your desserts and cocktails with the irresistible indulgence of Brandied B.C. Cherries! This quick yet luxurious recipe combines plump, fresh cherries with the warm flavors of brandy, cinnamon, vanilla, and a hint of citrus for a perfectly spiced treat. Sweetened with a rich homemade syrup, these cherries are ideal for enhancing ice cream, cakes, or pancakes, and make an elegant cocktail garnish. Ready in just 30 minutes and requiring only a short infusion time, this recipe is an effortless way to elevate your entertaining game or add a touch of gourmet charm to everyday dishes. Store in the fridge for a few days to allow the flavors to deepen—they're worth the wait! Perfect for cherry season, this recipe pairs simplicity with sophistication for an unforgettable treat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Fresh cherries (pitted, with stems optional)
- 250 milliliters Brandy
- 200 grams Granulated sugar
- 125 milliliters Water
- 1 piece Vanilla bean (split lengthwise)
- 1 piece Cinnamon stick
- 1 piece Lemon peel (wide strip, no white pith)
Instructions
Wash the cherries thoroughly and pat them dry. Pit the cherries if desired, but leaving the stems on can add visual appeal and flavor.
In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar fully dissolves and the mixture comes to a gentle simmer.
Add the split vanilla bean, cinnamon stick, and lemon peel to the sugar syrup. Continue to simmer for 2-3 minutes to infuse the flavors.
Turn off the heat and stir in the brandy. Allow the mixture to cool slightly for 5 minutes.
Pack the cherries into sterilized glass jars, leaving about 1/2 inch of headspace at the top.
Carefully pour the warm brandy syrup over the cherries, ensuring they are completely submerged. Divide the vanilla bean, cinnamon stick, and lemon peel evenly between the jars.
Seal the jars tightly with lids. Allow the cherries to cool to room temperature before transferring them to the refrigerator.
Let the cherries sit for at least 3 days (and ideally up to 2 weeks) in the refrigerator to allow the flavors to meld before consuming.
Serve as a topping for ice cream, cakes, or pancakes, or use in cocktails for a touch of sophistication.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
429 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.3 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 71.4 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 66.3 g | ||
| Protein | 1.4 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 29 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 288 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
