This elegant Cold Cherry Soup is a delightful chilled dessert that balances sweet tartness with warm spice. Made with pitted cherries, sugar, and a cinnamon stick, it simmers into a rich, ruby-red broth that thickens slightly with arrowroot. The addition of a splash of red wine and cream adds depth and a luxurious finish. Perfect for warm evenings or as a sophisticated starter, it’s served chilled in glasses and garnished with cream or yogurt. A unique twist on traditional fruit soups, itâÂÂs vegan-friendly (without cream) and always a crowd-pleaser.
Cold Cherry Soup
Description
This elegant Cold Cherry Soup is a delightful chilled dessert that balances sweet tartness with warm spice. Made with pitted cherries, sugar, and a cinnamon stick, it simmers into a rich, ruby-red broth that thickens slightly with arrowroot. The addition of a splash of red wine and cream adds depth and a luxurious finish. Perfect for warm evenings or as a sophisticated starter, it&# 226;ÂÂs served chilled in glasses and garnished with cream or yogurt. A unique twist on traditional fruit soups, itâÂÂs vegan-friendly (without cream) and always a crowd-pleaser.Ingredients
Directions
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In a medium saucepan, combine water, sugar, cinnamon stick, and orange zest.
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Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.
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Add pitted fresh or frozen cherries to the pot.
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Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes until cherries are soft.
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Remove and discard the cinnamon stick.
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In a small bowl, mix arrowroot with 2 tablespoons of the hot cherry liquid to form a smooth paste.
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Stir the arrowroot paste back into the saucepan.
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Bring to a gentle boil, stirring constantly, then simmer for 30 minutes until slightly thickened.
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Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until completely chilled.
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Just before serving, stir in red wine and cream if using.
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Ladle into champagne or wine glasses.
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Garnish with a cinnamon stick and a dollop of sour cream or yogurt if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 235.9kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.3g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 3.0mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 65.2g22%
- Dietary Fiber 13.2g53%
- Sugars 45.5g
- Protein 1.0g2%
* 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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