Best 4 Maraschino Cherry Syrup Recipes

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Are you looking for a unique and flavorful way to add a touch of sweetness to your favorite drinks and desserts? Maraschino cherry syrup, with its vibrant red color and distinct cherry flavor, is a versatile ingredient that can elevate your culinary creations. Whether you're a seasoned mixologist experimenting with new cocktail recipes or a home baker seeking to add a special twist to your cakes and pies, this guide will provide you with the ultimate collection of maraschino cherry syrup recipes.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

17 WAYS TO USE MARASCHINO CHERRIES



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Provided by insanelygood

Categories     Recipe Roundup

Number Of Ingredients 17

Maraschino Cherry Cupcakes
Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies
Cherry Bourbon Slush
Chocolate Cherry Thumbprint Cookies
Cherry Margarita
Maraschino Cherry Buttercream Frosting
Maraschino Cherry Almond Chocolate Chip Cookies
Shirley Temple
Maraschino Cherry Bars
Aviation Cocktail
Pineapple Upside-Down Cake
Pineapple and Cherry Ham
White Chocolate Cherry Fudge
Banana Split Cheesecake Bars
Hawaiian Banana Bread
Maraschino Cherry Cake
Banana Split

Steps:

  • Select your favorite recipe.
  • Organize all the required ingredients.
  • Prep a maraschino cherry recipe in 30 minutes or less!

Nutrition Facts :

MARASCHINO FRENCH 75



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     beverage

Time 20m

Yield 1 drink (plus extra simple syrup)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup sugar
1 1/2 ounces gin
3/4 ounce fresh lemon juice
1/4 ounce maraschino cherry syrup (from a jar of cherries)
2 ounces sparkling wine
Lemon slice and maraschino cherry, for garnish

Steps:

  • Make the simple syrup: Heat the sugar with 1/4 cup water in a small saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring, until the sugar dissolves; let cool.
  • Combine the gin, lemon juice, cherry syrup and 1/4 ounce simple syrup in a shaker with ice; shake well. Strain into a coupe glass. Top with the sparkling wine. Garnish with a lemon slice and maraschino cherry.

REAL MARASCHINO CHERRIES



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Provided by Ted Allen

Categories     condiment

Time 10m

Yield 1 pint

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 cup maraschino liqueur
1 pint sour cherries, stemmed and pitted (in a pinch, you can buy a jar of sour cherries in light syrup, and drain the syrup)

Steps:

  • Bring the liqueur to a simmer, and then turn off the heat. Add the cherries, stir, let cool, and then pour into jars. Refrigerate. Cherries will be tasty for months.

CHERRY SYRUP



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My mom and grandma have been making this fruity syrup to serve with fluffy waffles and pancakes ever since I was a little girl. Now I make it for my sons, who love it as much as me!-Sandra Harrington, Nipomo, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 30m

Yield 3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (12 ounces) frozen pitted dark sweet cherries, thawed
1 cup water
2-1/2 cups sugar
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
Dash ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Bring cherries and water to a boil in a small saucepan. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes., Add sugar and butter; cook and stir until sugar is dissolved. Remove from the heat; stir in extract and cinnamon., Cool leftovers; transfer to airtight containers. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 7mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

Tips:

  • To make a simple syrup, combine equal parts sugar and water in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
  • For a more flavorful syrup, add some spices or herbs to the simple syrup while it is simmering. Some good options include cinnamon sticks, cloves, ginger, or mint.
  • You can also use fruit juices or purees to make flavored syrups. Just add the juice or puree to the simple syrup and simmer until it is reduced by about half.
  • Maraschino cherry syrup is a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of cocktails, mocktails, and desserts. It can also be used to top pancakes, waffles, or ice cream.
  • If you don't have any maraschino cherries on hand, you can make your own by soaking dried cherries in simple syrup for a few hours.

Conclusion:

Maraschino cherry syrup is a delicious and versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of recipes. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. Whether you are looking for a simple syrup to sweeten your favorite drinks or a flavorful syrup to add to your desserts, maraschino cherry syrup is a great option. With its bright red color and sweet, tart flavor, maraschino cherry syrup is sure to add a touch of fun and flavor to any recipe.

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