Poached Cherries

Indulge in the sweet and aromatic allure of Poached Cherries, a quick and elegant dessert that highlights the natural juiciness of fresh cherries. Simmered gently in a fragrant syrup infused with vanilla, cinnamon, and a hint of lemon zest, these cherries take on a luxurious flavor with minimal effort. For an added touch of sophistication, an optional splash of orange liqueur like Grand Marnier elevates the dish to dinner-party status. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile recipe pairs beautifully with creamy ice cream, fluffy pancakes, tangy yogurt, or buttery pound cake. Perfect for summer evenings or year-round entertaining, these poached cherries deliver a burst of vibrant, fruity flavor in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Fresh cherries
• 100 grams Granulated sugar
• 250 milliliters Water
• 1 piece Vanilla pod (or 1 tsp vanilla extract)
• 1 strip Lemon zest
• 1 piece Cinnamon stick
• 30 milliliters Optional: Orange liqueur (like Grand Marnier)

Directions

Step 1

Pit the cherries, keeping them whole if possible. Set aside.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the water, sugar, and vanilla pod (split and seeds scraped) or vanilla extract. Add the lemon zest and cinnamon stick.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir until the sugar has completely dissolved to form a syrup.

Step 4

Bring the syrup to a gentle simmer, then add the pitted cherries to the pan.

Step 5

Simmer the cherries in the liquid for 8-10 minutes, or until they are tender but not falling apart. Stir occasionally to ensure the cherries cook evenly.

Step 6

If using orange liqueur, stir it into the poaching liquid during the last minute of cooking.

Step 7

Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the cherries to cool in the syrup. This helps them absorb more flavor.

Step 8

Once cooled, discard the cinnamon stick and lemon zest. Transfer the poached cherries and syrup to a serving dish or an airtight container for storage.

Step 9

Serve the poached cherries warm, room temperature, or chilled. They pair beautifully with ice cream, pancakes, yogurt, or pound cake.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(897.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	823.9

Total Fat 1.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 9.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 196.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.4g	0%
Total Sugars 176.4g
Protein 6.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 123.3mg	0%
Iron 1.9mg	0%
Potassium 1146.6mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1.2%

Protein: 3.3%

Carbs: 95.5%