Marvelous Macerated Cherries A1
Transform your desserts and breakfasts with the luscious sweetness of *Marvelous Macerated Cherries A1*. This quick and easy recipe showcases fresh cherries, lightly sweetened with granulated sugar and brightened with a hint of lemon juice and vanilla extract. For an adult twist, add a splash of cherry liqueur like Kirsch to enhance the flavor. In just 10 minutes of prep time and an hour of rest, these cherries create a glossy, flavorful syrup as they macerate, making them ideal for drizzling over ice cream, yogurt, pancakes, or waffles. Perfect for summer entertaining or as an elegant topping, these macerated cherries are a simple yet impressive addition to your culinary repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Fresh cherries
- 50 grams Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Optional: Kirsch or other cherry liqueur
Instructions
1. Wash the cherries thoroughly under cold water. Pit the cherries using either a cherry pitter or paring knife. You can leave the cherries whole or cut them in halves, depending on your preference.
2. Place the cherries in a large mixing bowl.
3. Sprinkle the granulated sugar evenly over the cherries and gently toss them to coat.
4. Add the vanilla extract, lemon juice, and optional cherry liqueur (if using). Mix gently to combine all the ingredients.
5. Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or a lid, and let the cherries macerate at room temperature for 1 hour. During this time, the sugar will draw out the natural juices of the cherries, creating a sweet syrup.
6. After 1 hour, give the cherries another gentle stir. Taste and adjust the sweetness by adding more sugar or lemon juice if desired.
7. Serve the macerated cherries immediately as a topping for ice cream, yogurt, pancakes, or waffles. Alternatively, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, allowing the flavors to intensify.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
627 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.1 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 140.4 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.8 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 122.8 g | ||
| Protein | 6.6 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 67 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 1150 mg | 24% | |
*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.
