Description
Savor the vibrant taste of summer with this Fresh Cherry Delight. This easy-to-make recipe combines ripe, juicy cherries with a hint of sugar and lemon juice, creating a luscious sauce that bursts with flavor. Perfect for picnics or family gatherings, this dish elevates any occasion with its stunning colors and delightful sweetness. Serve it warm over vanilla ice cream or as a topping for your favorite desserts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh cherries, pitted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Wash the cherries under cold water and pit them using a cherry pitter or knife.
- In a bowl, mix the pitted cherries with sugar and lemon juice; let sit for 15 minutes to release juices.
- In another bowl, combine cornstarch with a little water until smooth; add to the cherry mixture along with vanilla extract.
- Transfer everything to a saucepan over medium heat; cook for about 10 minutes until bubbly and thickened.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving warm or cold.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Sauce
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg