Fried Cherry with Ice Cream

6 servings

20 minutes

Fried cherries with ice cream is an exquisite dessert with a Spanish character where simplicity turns into elegance. Juicy berries caramelized in butter and sugar reveal their sweet-sour depth. The addition of sherry brings a subtle aroma of grape notes, creating a warm, rich base. This dessert is served with vanilla ice cream, contrasting hot and cold, delicate and rich. Ideal for finishing a dinner, especially in the summer season when cherries reach their peak ripeness. This recipe embodies the Spanish love for vibrant flavors and textures, making it not just a treat but a true gastronomic delight.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 407.3
• Proteins: 5.1g
• Fats: 19.7g
• Carbohydrates: 48.1g

Ingredients

• Cherry: 1 kg
• Vanilla ice cream: 600 g
• Sugar: 50 g
• Butter: 50 g
• Dry sherry: 100 ml

Cooking steps

1. Melt butter with sugar in a pan. When the sugar starts to bubble, fry the cherries until they start to release juice.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 50 g
   • Sugar: 50 g
   • Cherry: 1 kg

2. Add sherry and simmer for about ten minutes - all the alcohol should evaporate. Serve the fried cherries hot or cold, with ice cream.

   Required ingredients:

   • Dry sherry: 100 ml
   • Vanilla ice cream: 600 g