Juicy and delicious red cherries are usually available in the summer months of May, June and July. Eating cherries, litchis, green almonds, mangoes and other summer fruits with your siblings and other family members is often a beloved tradition in many Indian households, reminding them of the carefree days of their childhood. These seasonal foods are also healthy for you. Eating a bowl of fresh cherries also provides antioxidants like vitamins A, C and E. While cherries are still in season, add these natural candies to your diet and enjoy them with these delicious recipes.
Here are some delicious recipes to make at home using cherries:
1. Cherry Cheesecake
Just like strawberries and blueberries, cherries also go well with cheesecake. To make this sweet and smooth cheesecake, you will need good and ripe black cherries which are easily available in the market. Black cherries are sweeter than tart red cherries, so they are a better choice for your cheesecake. The full recipe is given here.
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2. Plum and Cherry Roasted Chicken
This roasted chicken dish recipe is perfect for dinner parties. You can cook plums and cherries to make a fruity sauce that will pair well with the chicken. You can serve it with a fresh salad and some fresh bread. Here is a step-by-step recipe for making Plum and Cherry Roasted Chicken.
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3. Cherry Martini
Here’s a delicious summer fruity cocktail that goes beyond the usual ingredients like lemon and watermelon. Mix gin with fresh cherries to create a glass of refreshing and fruity martini. Using some cherry liqueur completes this recipe. Click here for the full recipe.
4. Cherry and Ginger Iced Tea
Cherry and ginger? Sounds weird, right? The taste is just the opposite. This iced tea recipe is a blend of five different aromatic juices that come together to make this unique iced tea. Curious to know how to make it? Here is the full recipe along with a list of ingredients you need.
5. Black Forest and Cherry Coffee
Who knew cherries were so versatile that they would pair so well with coffee and chocolate? Try this unique coffee recipe with the famous flavors of the Black Forest – cream, chocolate and cherries! Discover this luxurious and comforting coffee recipe and you will want to make it again and again. Read the full recipe here.
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Are you excited at the prospect of so many interesting and different recipes to make with cherries? Let us know in the comments which recipe you would like to try first!
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