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Amaretto Cherries

Amaretto cherries made from scratch, boozy, delicious, and inexpensive. A perfect addition to lots of desserts and even savory dishes.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Course: Preserves and Canning Recipes
Cuisine: American, Italian
Servings: 5 -6 jars
Calories: 500kcal
Author: Adina

Ingredients

  • 1500 g/ 3.3 lb sweet cherries
  • 300 g/ 10.6 oz/ 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 240 ml/ 6.8 fl.oz/ 1 cup Amaretto liqueur
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • ¼ – ½ teaspoon bitter almond flavor Note

Instructions

  • Stone the cherries with a cherry pitter. Place them in a large heavy-bottomed pot. Add the sugar, stir gently, and bring to a boil. Cook gently for about 15 to 20 minutes, the liquid should start to look like a light syrup.
  • Add lemon juice, alcohol, vanilla extract, and bitter almond flavor. Continue cooking for 10 more minutes. Remove the foam.
  • Divide the cherries between the sterilized jars and cover them completely with the liquid. Seal well and let cool. Keep in a dark cool place and let steep for about 3-4 weeks before serving. Once you open a jar, keep it refrigerated.

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Notes

Always use to taste, too much can be overpowering. If using bitter almond essence (which is stronger), start with 3-4 drops and only add more (if necessary) after tasting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1jar | Calories: 500kcal | Carbohydrates: 106g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 7mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 97g