Glazed Swedish Dunking Cherries

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 10

Delicious Glazed Swedish Dunking Cherries recipe for your tea time

by The Chefin Pastry

Prep

5 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1/4 cup light corn syrup
	3 tablespoons currant jelly
	1 tablespoon lemon juice
	1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
	2 tablespoons maraschino cherry juice
	40 red maraschino cherries , stems on well drained and dried

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

10-12

Calories

102

Sugar

20.5g

Fat

Swedish cuisine is well-known for its love of baked goods and pastries. This recipe is a classic Swedish treat with a modern twist. Glazed Swedish Dunking Cherries are maraschino cherries soaked in a sweet and sticky glaze made with a mixture of currant jelly and spices, making this treat a perfect addition to your afternoon cup of coffee or tea. While sweet and sticky, these cherries are also packed with a variety of health benefits and indispensable for your taste buds.

Instructions

1.	In a small saucepan, whisk together the corn syrup, currant jelly, lemon juice, cinnamon and maraschino cherry juice over low heat.
2.	Cook the mixture for 2-3 minutes while whisking occasionally until the jelly has dissolved.
3.	Toss in your well-drained maraschino cherries and let them simmer in the mixture for another 5-7 minutes or until most of the liquid has reduced.
4.	Remove from heat and let it cool completely before serving.

PROS

These cherries have a sticky, glazed, sweet texture with a unique twist of currant jelly and spices.

They are perfect for an afternoon snack or dessert and work well served with your hot drink.

CONS

The cherries are soaked in syrup, which makes them relatively high in sugar content.

Be careful not to consume too many as a part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cherries are high in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds which are great for your health.
They have been linked to a reduced risk of heart disease and improved exercise performance.