Cool Cherry Soup

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A refreshing, velvety chilled soup blending sweet cherries with crisp white wine and a hint of brandy.
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Cool Cherry Soup

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 175.7

Description

This elegant Cool Cherry Soup is a stunning starter or light dessert that balances sweet, tart, and boozy flavors. Made with ripe cherries, fruity white wine, and a splash of brandy, it offers a silky smooth texture achieved by blending the fruit after simmering. The subtle warmth of cinnamon and brightness of lemon peel elevate the natural cherry essence. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a sophisticated palate cleanser, this vegan-friendly recipe is surprisingly simple yet deeply impressive. Serve it chilled for a refreshing burst of flavor that feels both luxurious and homemade.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Stone the cherries, halve them, and reserve a few whole halves for garnish.
  2. Place the cherry stones and stalks into a strong polythene bag and crush them with a mallet.
  3. Transfer the crushed stones, whole stones, and stalks into a saucepan.
  4. Add the white wine, cinnamon stick, sugar, lemon peel, lemon juice, and water to the pan.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then cover and simmer for 10 minutes to infuse the flavors.
  6. Strain the liquid into a clean bowl, discarding the solids, and return the liquid to the pan.
  7. Add three-quarters of the prepared cherries to the liquid and simmer for 5 minutes until softened.
  8. Carefully transfer the mixture to a blender or food processor and puree until completely smooth.
  9. Allow the puree to cool to room temperature, then whisk in the cream and brandy if desired.
  10. Refrigerate the soup for at least 2 hours until thoroughly chilled.
  11. Serve in chilled glasses or bowls, garnished with the reserved cherry halves.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 175.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.9g2%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 6.7mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 20.3g7%
Dietary Fiber 9.0g36%
Sugars 9.1g
Protein 2.5g5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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