Quick, easy and packed with flavor, this is a perfect condiment for cocktails, desserts, savory recipes or mixing into sparkling water. —Francine Lizotte, Surrey, British Columbia
Dark Cherry Syrup
Updated on Jun. 27, 2023
Dark Cherry Syrup
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
10 min
Yield
3/4 cup
Ingredients
- 1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen dark sweet cherries, pitted
- 1-1/2 cups water
- 3/4 cup sugar
- Sparkling water, optional
Directions
- In a saucepan, stir together first 3 ingredients over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer until liquid turns a dark purple and cherries are tender, 10-15 minutes, crushing cherries with a spoon or masher. Remove from heat; let stand 10 minutes. Strain mixture through a fine sieve; discard solids. Refrigerate, covered, until serving. If desired, combine 8 ounces sparkling water with 1 tablespoon of syrup to serve.
Nutrition Facts
1 tablespoon: 59 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 1mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.
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