Cherry Syrup

So refreshing during the summer heat. Add to lemonade, cocktails, ginger ale, your smoothies, or morning yogurt! Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right here in North Iowa! Click on select ingredients to find them nearby or stop by your local farmer’s market.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Beverage, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 1335 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cherries*
  • 1½ cups sugar granulated, less for more tart flavor
  • 2 cups water

Instructions
 

  • Remove pits (you can tear them out, gently, since it won't matter what they look like) and stems. See video for tips!
  • Over medium-high heat, add cherries, sugar, and water to a pot and bring to a low boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and let cool for a minimum of 10 minutes before transferring to a blender. Blend for about 30 seconds.
  • Strain liquid with a fine mesh strainer and store in a sealed container.
  • Use a tablespoon or two at a time to add to your favorite summery drink!

Nutrition

Calories: 1335kcalCarbohydrates: 344gProtein: 3gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 27mgPotassium: 619mgFiber: 6gSugar: 335gVitamin A: 177IUVitamin C: 19mgCalcium: 53mgIron: 1mg
Keyword cherries