HOW TO MAKE EASY, FLAVORFUL CANDIED CHERRIES

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Candied cherries have real flavor when made by this easy method.

Provided by Renee Pottle

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 cups pitted, halved sweet cherries
1½ cups sugar
1 cup water
additional sugar as needed

Steps:

  • Combine 1½ cups of sugar and the 1 cup of water in the saucepan.
  • Bring to a simmer and cook for 8 minutes, or until it reaches the soft thread stage (232 degrees).
  • Add the cherries and continue simmering gently, stirring just enough to cover the pieces with syrup.
  • Cook for 50 - 60 minutes. Don't stir while cooking.
  • Drain and cool slightly. Roll cherries in additional sugar.
  • Let dry overnight. Store in an airtight container.
  • Note: Save leftover syrup for another batch of cherries or add to iced tea or sparkling water.

Its Rayhan
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! These candied cherries are so easy to make and they taste amazing.


Asante Richard
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These candied cherries are the perfect addition to any dessert.


Sahbinla Nestor
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I made these candied cherries for my Christmas cookies and they were a hit! They're so pretty and delicious.


Bwekale Faruku
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These candied cherries are a great way to use up extra cherries.


Mary Jhoy ROMERO
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I love how these candied cherries turned out! They're so flavorful and the perfect addition to my holiday baking.


Robi Shohel
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These candied cherries are so easy to make and they're absolutely delicious! I used them to top a chocolate cake and they were the perfect finishing touch.