Description
Cherries Jubilee is a vintage, show-stopping dessert made with sweet cherries flambéed in kirsch or rum and served over vanilla ice cream. Elegant and theatrical, it’s the perfect end to a romantic dinner or classy gathering.
Ingredients
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2 cups fresh or frozen dark sweet cherries, pitted
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1/3 cup granulated sugar
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thicker sauce)
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1/3 cup kirsch (cherry brandy) or dark rum
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Vanilla ice cream, for serving
Instructions
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In a skillet over medium heat, combine cherries, sugar, and lemon juice. Stir and simmer for 5–7 minutes until cherries soften and release juices.
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(Optional) Mix cornstarch with a tablespoon of water and stir into the skillet if a thicker sauce is desired. Simmer until thickened.
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Remove skillet from heat, stir in vanilla extract, then pour in the kirsch or rum.
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Carefully ignite the liquor with a long lighter or match (stand back) and let the flames burn off naturally.
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Spoon the warm cherries and sauce over vanilla ice cream and serve immediately.
Notes
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Always use caution when flambéing—turn off fans, keep flammables away, and never pour alcohol directly from the bottle.
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Kirsch gives the most authentic flavor, but dark rum or brandy are great alternatives.
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Frozen cherries work well, just thaw and drain before cooking.
