Meersburger Kirschen-Dessert (Cherry Dessert Meeresburg)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2
Meersburger Kirschen-Dessert, a delicious dessert recipe from Germany
in Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

2 hours 30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb fresh tart cherries
3 tablespoons kirsch
6 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons water
12 ladyfingers
8 ounces cream cheese ( Soften Cream Cheese to room temperature . )
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 ounces almonds , Ground ( Grind Almonds in the blender , if ground almonds are not available . )
1 cup heavy cream
pistachio nut , Chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
541
Sugar
37g
Fat
38g
Meersburger Kirschen-Dessert is a regional specialty from Meersburg, a beautiful town located on the shores of Lake Constance in southern Germany. This dessert is traditionally served in the summer when cherries are in season, but it can be enjoyed year-round. The dessert features plump and juicy tart cherries soaked in kirsch (a cherry liqueur) and combined with a light and creamy almond cream made of whipped cream cheese, vanilla, and ground almonds. The addition of ladyfingers and chopped pistachios adds texture and crunch to the dessert and makes it a beautiful and impressive dish to serve to guests.

Instructions

1.Remove the cherries from their pits and rinse them.
2.In a large bowl, mix the cherries with 4 tablespoons of sugar and 3 tablespoons of kirsch.
3.In a small saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of water and 2 tablespoons of sugar until the sugar dissolves.
4.Quickly dip the ladyfingers in the sugar mixture and arrange them in the bottom of a glass serving dish.
5.In another bowl, beat the cream cheese with 2 tablespoons of sugar and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth.
6.Fold in the ground almonds, then add the cherry mixture.
7.In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then fold it into the cherry mixture.
8.Spoon the cherry mixture over the ladyfingers.
9.Sprinkle with chopped pistachios.
10.Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

PROS

Meersburger Kirschen-Dessert is a delicious and impressive dessert to serve at a dinner party or special occasion.

The combination of cherries, kirsch, cream cheese, ladyfingers, and pistachios makes for a well-balanced and flavorful dessert.

It is also easy to make and requires no baking, perfect for those who don’t like to bake.

CONS

The dessert is fairly high in calories and sugar, making it best enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The recipe also requires a few specialty ingredients, such as kirsch and ladyfingers, that may not be readily available in all areas.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Meersburger Kirschen-Dessert is not particularly healthy, it does contain fresh tart cherries, which are known to have anti-inflammatory properties and may help lower cholesterol levels and improve brain function.
The pistachios in the recipe are also a good source of protein, healthy fats, and various nutrients.

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