Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsBallyhooSweet F Cherry Recipe

Sweet F Cherry Recipe

Inspired by Ballyhoo
Time30m
Serves4

Make Sweet F Cherry Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Ingredients

Method

Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the cherries

    In a medium bowl, combine the pitted fresh cherries with granulated sugar and lemon juice. Toss gently to coat and set aside for about 15 minutes.

  2. 2

    Make the cherry filling

    In a saucepan over medium heat, add the cherry mixture along with the water and ground cinnamon. Stir occasionally and bring to a simmer.

  3. 3

    Thicken the mixture

    In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with a few tablespoons of cold water to create a slurry. Once the cherry mixture is simmering, add the cornstarch slurry and stir continuously until the mixture thickens, about 2-3 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add vanilla and butter

    Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and butter until melted and well combined.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Allow the sweet cherry filling to cool slightly before serving as a topping for ice cream, pancakes, or on its own.

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