Balsamic Cherry Ice Cream Topping Recipe

Elevate your vanilla ice cream with this sophisticated balsamic cherry topping! A delightful blend of tart balsamic vinegar, sweet cherries, and warming spices creates an unforgettable flavor experience. This easy recipe comes together in minutes, perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to a gourmet dessert.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 140 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Balsamic Cherry Ice Cream Topping

  • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup apple juice
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • Lemon, Zest Of
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Dried Cherries
  • 1 cup pitted dark sweet cherries

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How to Make Balsamic Cherry Ice Cream Topping

  1. In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar, 1/4 cup apple juice, 1/4 cup water, and 1/2 cup sugar. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  2. Add the zest of 1/2 a lemon, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1 cup pitted dark sweet cherries.
  3. Reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 5-7 minutes, or until the cherries are plump and the sauce has slightly thickened.
  4. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before drizzling generously over your favorite creamy vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

130g

Fat

0g

Carbs

11g

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