Classic Cherries Jubilee
Classic Cherries Jubilee is a flambéed cherry dessert served over vanilla ice cream.It combines sweet fruit with a rich, aromatic sauce.The flaming presentation adds drama and flavor.A timeless dessert perfect for special occasions.
Ingredients
- 2 cups pitted sweet cherries (fresh or frozen)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup water or cherry juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- ¼ cup brandy or kirsch (cherry liqueur)
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine cherries, sugar, water, lemon juice, and cinnamon.
- Dissolve cornstarch in a little cold water and add to the saucepan.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring, until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
- Remove from heat and carefully add brandy or kirsch.
- Return to low heat and ignite with a long match to flambé (optional but traditional).
- Once flames subside, spoon the warm cherries over vanilla ice cream and serve immediately.
Notes
- Fresh cherries provide the best flavour when in season.
- Frozen cherries work well and save preparation time.
- Flambé is optional but adds authentic flair.
- Use caution when igniting alcohol.
- Serve immediately for best contrast of temperatures.