Ingredients
– 2 cups of fresh or frozen pitted cherries
– 1 cup of granulated sugar
– 1 tablespoon of cornstarch
– 1 cup of water
– 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
– 1 cup of heavy cream
– 1/4 cup of powdered sugar
– 1/2 teaspoon of almond extract
– 1/4 cup of chopped nuts (optional for topping)
Equipment Needed
– Medium saucepan
– Mixing bowls
– Whisk or electric mixer
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Serving dish or individual cups
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start, I place the cherries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and water into a medium saucepan and heat them over medium heat. I stir occasionally until the mixture begins to thicken and bubble. The sweet smell starts to waft through my kitchen, making my mouth water. Once it reaches a nice, syrupy consistency, I finish it off with a teaspoon of vanilla extract and let it cool while I prepare the cream mixture. (See the next page below to continue steps…)