12 Cherry Recipes That Prove This Fruit Deserves the Spotlight
Sweet, tart, and bursting with flavor, cherries have a way of stealing the show in any dish they touch. Whether baked into pies, swirled into desserts, or paired with savory ingredients, this little fruit adds just the right pop of color and flavor. These recipes highlight all the ways cherries can shine—no matter the season. From classic cherry cobblers to creative new favorites, here are 12 cherry recipes that prove this fruit truly deserves the spotlight.
NO BAKE CHERRY CHEESECAKE PIE
The ultimate no bake cherry cream cheese pie! This no bake cherry cheesecake pie with graham cracker crust is a family favourite and super simple recipe. Made without condensed milk or Cool Whip, all you need are simple ingredients and a can of your favorite cherry pie filling!
Cherry Crisp
There is perhaps nothing quite so delightful as a serving of warm Cherry Crisp with a big scoop of vanilla ice cream melting on top! The fruity filling is sweet and tart with the warm taste and crunchy texture of the oat crisp topping to balance every spoonful!
Cherry Poke Cake
If you need a delicious dessert that is easy to make, this EASY Cherry Poke Cake recipe is it! Simply poke holes in a cake, fill with cherry jello and top with frosting!
Cherry Pistachio Ice Cream
You’ll love the texture and crunch of this Cherry Pistachio Ice Cream. The combination of sweet cherries with salty pistachios makes for the best scoop of ice cream in your life.
Cherry Blossom Cookies
Cherry and chocolate is a dessert match made in heaven! And cherry blossom cookies exploit that dessert chemistry with a tart, tangy, and chocolatey richness.
Easy Chocolate Cherry Trifle
A Chocolate Cherry Trifle is a classic dessert that’s so easy to make. Layers of moist chocolate cake, creamy pudding, whipped cream, and sweet cherries make it irresistible for family and friends!
Cherry Smoothie
This cherry smoothie recipe is bursting with fruity flavor! Blend it up to curb a sweets craving or a healthy way to start the day.
Cherry Hand Pies
I love how syrup seeps out the sides of my Cherry Hand Pies. One of those things that are perfect in their imperfection. Also known as Toaster Strudels and a homemade Pop Tart, if you will.
Cherry Scones
These Cherry Scones are such a fantastic summer recipe! Filled with fresh cherries and topped with a scrumptious cherry glaze, they’re both beautiful and delicious!
Fresh Cherry Margaritas
Cool down this summer with a Fresh Cherry Margarita! This tart yet refreshing drink is a perfect summer cherry cocktail!
Easy Cherry Compote
Make this easy Cherry Compote recipe with just 3 ingredients in 10 minutes! Use the simple fruit sauce as a topping on ice cream, pancakes, cake, yogurt, and much more.
Easy Cherry Galette Recipe
This Cherry Galette recipe is easier to make than a standard cherry pie, and just as tasty! Impress your guests with this elegant dessert. A mixture of sweet cherry filling and store-bought flaky buttery pie crust, it can be prepped in just 20 minutes!
