Ingredients for Danish Cherries
- 3 cups fresh or frozen pitted cherries
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (or to taste)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted
- Whipped Cream
- Ricotta Cheese
- Cheese
- Plain Yogurt
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How to Make Danish Cherries
- Place 3 cups of pitted cherries in a heavy medium-sized saucepan. Cook over medium heat, covered, for 10 minutes, or until cherries begin to soften.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of cornstarch and 1/4 cup of granulated sugar until well combined.
- Add 2 tablespoons of lemon juice to the cornstarch mixture and whisk until completely smooth.
- Stir the cornstarch mixture into the hot cherries. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens, about 5-8 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon of lemon zest, 1 teaspoon of almond extract, and 1/4 cup of toasted slivered almonds.
- Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled. Top with whipped cream, whipped ricotta, or yogurt, if desired.
- Enjoy your delicious Danish Cherries!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
77g
Fat
1g
Carbs
8g