Homemade Cherry Topping

Homemade Cherry Topping is the perfect sweet treat. This quick and easy recipe uses fresh cherries, and is one of my favorite easy ways to make a quick topping that pairs so well with all kinds of dishes.

What makes Homemade Cherry Topping thick?

When berries, apples, and other fruit cook they release pectin, which is a natural thickener. Cherries are one of the fruits that have a lower pectin level.

The longer your cherries cook, the thicker the sauce will get. If your sauce starts to get too thick, you can thin it out with a splash or two of water.

Best way to pit Cherries?

The easiest way to pit cherries is to use a straw to go right down the core of the cherry. This will pop out the pit with ease.

I then go in with a knife to remove any of the cherry around the pit. I like to use as much of the fruit as possible, and try to waste the least amount.

Homemade Cherry Topping Ingredients

I am telling you, this is one of the easiest toppings, and it tastes so amazing. All you need to make it is fresh cherries, sugar, water, and lemon juice.

I love to add a slash of citrus to balance out the sweet cherries. My favorite to use is lemon juice, but orange also pairs so well with cherries. Vanilla flavoring is another great addition to cherry topping.

How to eat Homemade Cherry Topping?

Cherries make for the perfect topping or addition to so many dishes. I personally love to add this sauce over the top of my favorite vanilla ice-cream. Some other great ways to eat Homemade Cherry Topping is:

Over the top of pancakes or waffles for breakfast or brunch.
Added to your favorite cake to make the perfect sweet treat.
Stirred into yogurt or a smoothie for a yummy snack.

I am sure this Homemade Cherry Topping Recipe will soon be one of your family’s favorites. As always, if you make this recipe snap a picture and tag me on Instagram.

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Cherry Topping

Easy Homemade Cherry Topping

1 pound Cherries
1 cup Sugar
1/4 cup Water
1 tbsp Lemon Juice

Wash and pit cherries, then dice to your desired size.
In a large skillet add water and cherries, cook on medium heat until cherries start to reduce. Cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Use the back of a fork to mash cherries if you want them a little more broken down.
Reduce heat to medium-low, and add sugar, and lemon juice. Stir continuously until all ingredients are well incorporated. Reduce until the sauce is your desired thickness. Cook around 10 minutes. Add a tablespoon or two of water to thin topping, if needed.
Serve as a side dish, over vanilla ice-cream, or even on top of pancakes. The possibilities are endless!

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