Brandy Cherries

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2

Brandy Cherries with a Kick

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

8-10

Calories

240

Sugar

22g

Fat

These Brandy Cherries are a delightful dessert that combines the sweetness of fresh cherries with the kick of brandy. This recipe is perfect for entertaining guests or as a special treat for your family. The combination of cinnamon, orange zest, and cherry brandy adds a festive touch to this dessert, making it an excellent choice for holiday meals or celebrations. This recipe requires a bit of preparation to pit the cherries, but it's worth the effort in the end. Serve these Brandy Cherries topped with a dollop of cream yogurt mixture for an extra touch of indulgence.

Instructions

1.	In a large saucepan, add the cherries, sugar, cinnamon stick, orange zest and juice, and red currant jelly.
2.	Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly to dissolve the sugar and jelly. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10-15 minutes until the cherries are tender and juicy.
3.	Turn off the heat and stir in the cherry brandy or plain brandy. Let the mixture cool completely.
4.	In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream and plain yogurt until smooth.
5.	Serve the brandy cherries in bowls topped with a dollop of the cream yogurt mixture.

PROS

These Brandy Cherries are a delicious and festive dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.
They are easy to prepare and require minimal ingredients.

The combination of sweet cherries, aromatic cinnamon, and tangy citrus with a kick of brandy is heavenly.

CONS

The cherries in this recipe require a lot of preparation to pit and remove the stems.
Additionally, the high sugar content and alcohol content may not be suitable for some individuals.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cherries are a good source of fiber, potassium, calcium, and vitamin C.
Studies have shown that cherries can help reduce inflammation, lower blood pressure, and improve sleep quality. The cinnamon in this recipe has also been linked to improving blood sugar control and reducing inflammation.

	2 lbs fresh cherries , stoned
	1/2 ounce sugar
	1 cinnamon stick
	2 oranges , zest and juice of
	2 tablespoons red currant jelly
	4 tablespoons cherry brandy or 4 tablespoons plain brandy
	5 fluid ounces heavy cream
	5 ounces plain yogurt