Brandied Fruit
Preserve the essence of summer with this luscious Brandied Fruit recipe, a delightful medley of peaches, pineapple, and cherries infused with smooth brandy and a touch of citrus brightness from freshly squeezed lemon juice. This make-ahead treat requires no cooking, relying on time and a bit of sugar to transform ripe, vibrant fruits into a rich, syrupy indulgence that grows more flavorful with each passing day. Perfect as a topping for desserts like ice cream or pound cake, stirred into cocktails, or even baked into tarts, this versatile recipe is your ticket to a pantry staple bursting with flavor. With just 30 minutes of prep and a few weeks of patient waiting, you’ll have a jar of show-stopping sweetness to savor and share.
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Ingredients
- 4 whole Peaches (ripe but firm)
- 1 whole Pineapple (fresh)
- 250 grams Cherries (pitted)
- 500 grams Granulated sugar
- 500 milliliters Brandy
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
Directions
Step 1
1. Wash and dry all the fruit. Peel the peaches and pineapple.
Step 2
2. Cut peaches into slices, core and cube the pineapple, and ensure cherries are pitted.
Step 3
3. In a large sterilized glass jar with a tight-fitting lid, start layering the fruit. Place a layer of peaches, followed by pineapple, and then cherries.
Step 4
4. Sprinkle a generous layer of granulated sugar (about 100 grams per layer) over the fruit. Repeat the layering process until all the fruit and sugar have been added.
Step 5
5. Pour the lemon juice over the layered fruit and sugar.
Step 6
6. Slowly pour the brandy over the fruit mixture, ensuring all the fruit is submerged. If necessary, gently press the fruit down with a clean spoon to help it settle below the liquid.
Step 7
7. Seal the jar tightly and place it in a cool, dark place. Let the brandied fruit sit for at least 2 weeks to allow the flavors to meld, shaking the jar gently every few days to dissolve any remaining sugar.
Step 8
8. After aging, the brandied fruit is ready to be enjoyed. Serve as a dessert topping, or add it to baked goods or cocktails.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2785g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3909.6 |
| Total Fat 3.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 16.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 718.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 27.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 672.3g | |
| Protein 13.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 185.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2723.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories