Cherries Jubilee

Elegant, dramatic, and irresistibly nostalgic, cherries jubilee is a dessert that never goes out of style. Plump, juicy cherries are gently simmered in a sweet, tangy sauce, then flambéed for a touch of tableside theater. Served warm over creamy vanilla ice cream, it’s a simple yet stunning way to end any meal.

Prep Time:	Cook Time:
10 mins	8 mins
Total Time:	Serves:
20 mins	2

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

• 2 cups fresh or frozen dark sweet cherries, pitted

• 1/4 cup sugar

• zest of 1/2 lemon or orange

• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

• 1/4 cup Kirsch, brandy, or cherry liqueur, for flambéing

• vanilla ice cream, for serving

Instructions

Sauté the cherries:

1. In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add cherries, sugar, lemon juice, and zest. Cook for 5–7 minutes until syrupy and the cherries are softened but still hold their shape.

   
   

   Flambé:

2. Remove the pan from the heat. Carefully pour in the brandy. Using a long match or lighter, ignite the alcohol (stand back slightly). Gently swirl the pan until the flames subside.

   
   

   Serve:

3. Spoon the warm cherry mixture over scoops of vanilla ice cream. Serve immediately.