Roasted Cherries Recipe

Elevate your desserts with these irresistible roasted cherries! Inspired by a Big Sur Bakery recipe, this simple 5-ingredient wonder transforms sweet cherries into a luscious, jewel-toned delight. Perfect for topping ice cream, cakes, yogurt, or even goat cheese, this recipe is surprisingly easy and bursting with flavor. We've swapped out some hard-to-find ingredients for readily available alternatives – and the result is pure magic! Get ready to experience roasted cherries like never before.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 82.2 kcal
Protein 1g
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Ingredients for Roasted Cherries

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How to Make Roasted Cherries

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, gently toss the cherries with the sugar, pear brandy (or red wine), vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
  3. Spread the cherries in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  4. Roast for 25-30 minutes, or until the cherries are tender and slightly caramelized, stirring halfway through.
  5. Let the cherries cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them warm over your favorite dessert or cheese!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

73g

Fat

0g

Carbs

7g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Roasted Cherries?

Roasted Cherries takes about 35 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Roasted Cherries?

Roasted Cherries has approximately 82.2 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Roasted Cherries?

The key ingredients for Roasted Cherries are Cherries, Demerara Sugar, Sea Salt, Cracked Black Pepper, Cherry Brandy. See the full list with measurements above.

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