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Homemade Maraschino Cherries
Homemade maraschino cherries are actually easy to make, and the payoff is well worth it. Make these DIY sundae cherries to use in cocktails and desserts.
👥 1 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 10 min🔥 Cook: 10 min👤 Jesse Szewczyk📖 epicurious
🥘 Ingredients
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🍳 Cookware
- ●saucepan
- ●bowl
📝 Preparation Steps
1
Place 1 lb. frozen pitted sweet cherries in a large heatproof bowl. Bring 2 cups (400 g) granulated sugar, ¼ cup fresh lemon juice, 2 tsp. vanilla extract, 1 tsp. almond extract, and 1 cup water to a boil in a small saucepan, whisking occasionally to help dissolve sugar, about ⏱️ 4 minutes. Immediately pour syrup over cherries and let cool (keep uncovered).
. frozen pitted sweet cherries1 lb(400 g) granulated sugar2 cups. vanilla extract2 tsp. almond extract1 tsp
2
Place a small plate on top of cherries to keep them submerged, then cover tightly with plastic wrap and chill at least ⏱️ 12 hours before serving. Do Ahead: Cherries can be made 4 weeks ahead. Remove plate and keep covered (or transfer to an airtight container) and chilled.
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