Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Roasted Balsamic Cherries with Vanilla Ice Cream. This elegant dessert features fresh cherries oven-roasted to perfection with balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, and almond extract, creating a rich sauce that complements creamy vanilla ice cream beautifully. In just under 35 minutes, you can transform seasonal cherries into a gourmet treat that will wow your guests at any gathering. The sweet-tangy flavor profile of the cherries enhances the smoothness of the ice cream, making it a versatile dessert option for both casual meals and special occasions. Enjoy this unique dessert warm over ice cream, or get creative by using it as a topping for pancakes or yogurt.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound bing cherries (washed and pitted)
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar (divided)
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- Pinch of salt
- Your favorite vanilla ice cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Spray a baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray and line it with aluminum foil, then spray again.
- In a medium bowl, combine the pitted cherries.
- In a small bowl, mix balsamic vinegar, 2 tablespoons of brown sugar, almond extract, and salt. Pour this mixture over the cherries and toss to coat evenly.
- Spread the cherries on the prepared baking sheet in an even layer and roast for 20-25 minutes until softened.
- Allow the roasted cherries to cool slightly before tasting; adjust sweetness with remaining brown sugar if desired.
- Serve warm over scoops of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent dessert experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg