Dark Cherry Cream Syrup
Elevate your breakfast and dessert game with this luscious Dark Cherry Cream Syrup, a sweet-and-tangy topping that’s as versatile as it is indulgent. Bursting with the rich, natural flavors of dark cherries, this syrup balances perfectly with a creamy finish, thanks to a touch of heavy cream and a fragrant hint of vanilla extract. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy syrup combines sugar, water, and a cornstarch slurry to achieve its perfectly thick, glossy texture. Whether you drizzle it over fluffy pancakes, golden waffles, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, this decadent syrup transforms any dish into a gourmet experience. Plus, it stores beautifully in the fridge for up to a week, offering a make-ahead solution that keeps mornings extra sweet.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Dark cherries (fresh or frozen, pitted)
- 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cups Water
- 1 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.125 teaspoons Salt
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the dark cherries, granulated sugar, and water. Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir occasionally to dissolve the sugar.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and let it cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the cherries start to break down and release their juices.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water to create a slurry. Slowly pour the slurry into the saucepan while stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
Cook the mixture for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until it thickens to a syrupy consistency. If it becomes too thick, add a tablespoon of water at a time to thin it out slightly.
Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt until fully combined.
Allow the syrup to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm over pancakes, waffles, or desserts, or transfer to a jar and refrigerate for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1128 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.0 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.0 g | 120% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 120 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 338 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 182.4 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 161.5 g | ||
| Protein | 5.1 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 72 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 1046 mg | 22% | |
*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.
