Cherries with red wine and spices

2 servings

20 minutes

This exquisite French dessert combines the rich flavor of cherries with the velvety sweetness of red wine and the warmth of aromatic spices. Rooted in the traditions of French cuisine, it evokes cozy evenings in provincial homes where the air is filled with the scent of cinnamon, cloves, and citrus. The spice-infused wine takes on a rich and deep flavor that highlights the natural sweetness of ripe berries. This dessert can be served hot to enjoy its warming effect or chilled for a more refined and refreshing taste. It pairs perfectly with soft cheeses or light desserts and makes an elegant conclusion to a romantic dinner.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 230.2
• Proteins: 1.8g
• Fats: 0.8g
• Carbohydrates: 37.5g

Ingredients

• Anise (star anise): 1 pc
• Red sweet wine: 150 ml
• Cherry: 200 g
• Lemon: 0.3 pc
• Oranges: 0.3 pc
• Sugar: 1 tbsp
• Cinnamon sticks: 0.3 pc
• Carnation: 1 pc

Cooking steps

1. Pour wine into a small thick-bottomed pot, add a quarter of an orange and lemon, sugar, a star anise, clove, and cinnamon. Heat over moderate heat without boiling. Let it steep covered and strain to remove spices and citrus remnants.

   Required ingredients:

   • Red sweet wine: 150 ml
   • Oranges: 0.3 piece
   • Lemon: 0.3 piece
   • Sugar: 1 tablespoon
   • Anise (star anise): 1 piece
   • Carnation: 1 piece
   • Cinnamon sticks: 0.3 piece

2. While the wine is infusing, cut the large sweet cherries (or dark cherries) in half and remove the pits.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cherry: 200 g

3. Place the berries in 2 dessert bowls and pour hot wine over them.

   Required ingredients:

   • Red sweet wine: 150 ml
   • Cherry: 200 g

4. Serve hot or chilled.