Maraschino Cherry Parfaits Recipe

Name: Maraschino Cherry Parfaits
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 pounds fresh cherries, pits removed; 1 1/3 cups sugar; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice; 1/2 cup Luxardo maraschino liqueur or kirsch (clear cherry brandy); 1 teaspoon almond extract; 2 1/2 cups plain whole-milk Greek yogurt; 2 1/2 cups sour cream; 1/2 cup powdered sugar; Pinch of kosher salt; 8 vanilla meringue cookies, broken into pieces; 1 pound fresh cherries, pits removed; A heatproof 1-quart jar

Servings: persons

3 pounds fresh cherries, pits removed
1 1/3 cups sugar
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup Luxardo maraschino liqueur or kirsch (clear cherry brandy)
1 teaspoon almond extract
2 1/2 cups plain whole-milk Greek yogurt
2 1/2 cups sour cream
1/2 cup powdered sugar
Pinch of kosher salt
8 vanilla meringue cookies, broken into pieces
1 pound fresh cherries, pits removed
A heatproof 1-quart jar

1
Set a mesh sieve over a medium bowl. Bring cherries, sugar, lemon juice, and 2/3 cup water to a simmer in a large saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally; cook until cherries have released their juices and are softened but still intact, 20-25 minutes. Pour cherries into prepared sieve, letting juices collect in bowl. Set cherries aside.
2
Return juices to same saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cook until liquid is reduced to 1 1/2 cups (it will be a thin syrup at this point), 15-20 minutes. Remove from heat, add reserved cherries, and stir in liqueur and almond extract. Transfer maraschino cherries to jar, cover, and chill at least 24 hours before using.
3
Whisk yogurt, sour cream, powdered sugar, and salt in a large bowl until smooth; fold in meringue cookies.
4
Layer maraschino cherries, fresh cherries, and yogurt mixture into 8 glasses, dividing evenly.
5
Maraschino cherries can be made 2 weeks ahead. Keep chilled.

1339

kcal

Calories

Fat

123

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 pounds fresh cherries, pits removed, 1 1/3 cups sugar, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 1/2 cup Luxardo maraschino liqueur or kirsch (clear cherry brandy), and more.

Yes, Maraschino Cherry Parfaits falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Maraschino Cherry Parfaits

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