Chilled German Black Cherry Soup

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 18

Chilled German Black Cherry Soup that is perfect for summer days

by The Chefin Soup

Prep

30 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

2 hours and 45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 1/2 lbs ripe black cherries , un-pitted , divided ( see note above )
	2/3 cup fruity white wine
	1 cinnamon stick
	2/3 cup water
	2 tablespoons sugar
	1 grated lemon , juice and rind of
	1 1/4 cups creme fraiche , divided
	2 tablespoons brandy ( German brand , Asbach Uralt )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

250

Sugar

25g

Fat

12g

Chilled German Black Cherry Soup is a traditional German dish that is often served in the summer as a refreshing treat. The soup has a unique blend of sweet and tart flavors, making it a perfect starter or light meal on hot summer days. The cinnamon stick gives the soup a warm and spicy undertone, while the fruity white wine and sugar provide a sweet and tangy flavor. The overall texture of the soup is smooth and velvety, and the marinated cherries add a touch of elegance to the dish.

Instructions

1.	Rinse and pit 1 lb of the cherries. In a large saucepan, combine the pitted cherries, white wine, and cinnamon stick.
2.	Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3.	In a blender, puree the cherry mixture until smooth. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl, discarding the solids.
4.	In a separate small saucepan, combine the water and sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved. Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice and rind. Let cool completely.
5.	Whisk in the cooled sugar mixture and 1 cup of creme fraiche into the cherry puree. Cover and refrigerate until well chilled, about 2 hours.
6.	In the meantime, rinse and halve the remaining un-pitted cherries. In a separate bowl, mix the halved cherries with brandy and let macerate for 30 minutes.
7.	Serve the chilled cherry soup in bowls, dividing the marinated cherries and the remaining 1/4 cup of creme fraiche among the servings.

PROS

Chilled German Black Cherry Soup is a refreshing and unique summer dish.
It can also be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for later.

CONS

This soup may not be suitable for those who are not fond of sweet soups.
It also requires a lot of un-pitted cherries which may be time consuming to prepare.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Black cherries are considered a superfood. They are packed with antioxidants, can help reduce inflammation in the body, and are good for the heart.