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Cherries Jubilee Recipe

Indulge in a lighter, faster take on the classic Cherries Jubilee! This recipe uses Splenda brown sugar for a guilt-free dessert that's ready in minutes. Perfect for a quick weeknight treat or an elegant dessert, this simple recipe from a quick and simple magazine is sure to impress. Easily adaptable – use ice cream instead of frozen yogurt for an even richer experience!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 6 mins
Calories 28.8 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cherries Jubilee

  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can pitted cherries in juice
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon Splenda brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Kirsch (optional)
  • 2 cups non-fat vanilla frozen yogurt

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How to Make Cherries Jubilee

  1. Drain the juice from one (14.5 ounce) can of pitted cherries into a small saucepan. Reserve the cherries.
  2. Whisk together 1 tablespoon Splenda brown sugar and 1 tablespoon cornstarch in the saucepan until smooth.
  3. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, whisking constantly until thickened.
  4. Add the reserved cherries to the saucepan and gently stir to coat them evenly in the sauce.
  5. Remove from heat and carefully stir in 1 tablespoon of brandy or Kirsch (optional).
  6. Return the saucepan to low heat and cook for 1 minute, stirring gently.
  7. Spoon 1/2 cup frozen yogurt (or ice cream) into each of four bowls.
  8. Top each serving with the warm cherry mixture and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

26g

Fat

0g

Carbs

2g

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15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American Desserts Eggs Dairy Fruit Easy Beginner Cook Dinner Party Holiday Event Frozen Desserts Pitted Fruit Cherries