Sugared Champagne Cherries: A Festive Treat!
Celebrate in style with Sugared Champagne Cherries, a playful twist on a classic idea. These luscious cherries are soaked in champagne, rolled in sugar, and chilled or frozen for a sparkling treat that’s perfect for any occasion!
Whether it’s New Year’s Eve, Valentine’s Day, a bridal shower, a dinner party, or simply a cozy night in, these cherries bring a festive pop of color and sweetness to your champagne flutes or dessert table.
Why You’ll Love Sugared Champagne Cherries
Sugared Champagne Cherries are the ultimate blend of elegance and fun. They’re deliciously juicy, lightly sweetened, and perfectly refreshing. Serve them as a bite-sized snack, a stunning cocktail garnish, or a delightful addition to your New Year’s Eve, Valentine’s Day, or other celebrations.
Even better… they’re so super ridiculously easy to make, and you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time focusing on hosting or celebrating.
Ingredients & Substitutions
Cherries – Fresh, ripe, and firm cherries work best for soaking up champagne. Sweet cherries are classic, but tart cherries can add a delicious twist. Pit them before preparing, or give your guests a heads up!
Granulated Sugar – Regular white granulated sugar gives the cherries the perfect texture for a light, sparkly coating. They almost look like frosted jewels!
Champagne – Use your favorite champagne or sparkling wine. Rosé champagne adds a pretty pink hue and a slightly sweeter flavor. Or… for a sweeter variation, Prosecco or Moscato can great alternatives too.
Serving Suggestions
Sugared Champagne Cherries are as versatile as they are beautiful. They look fantastic on their own, and can really add vibrant pop of color to a table.
Or… Toss them into champagne flutes for a festive garnish that keeps drinks cool and adds a special touch of sweetness.
Or… serve them chilled or frozen as a refreshing dessert that’s light and perfect for sharing.
How to Make Sugared Champagne Cherries
Step 1: Soak the Cherries
Place your cherries in a medium-sized bowl and pour champagne over them. Cover and refrigerate overnight or for at least 12 hours. This allows the cherries to soak up all the bubbly goodness.
Step 2: Coat with Sugar
Drain the cherries and toss them in granulated sugar until evenly coated. Shake off any excess sugar using a fine mesh strainer or spoon for a flawless finish.
Step 3: Chill or Freeze
Arrange the sugar-coated cherries on a baking sheet and freeze for 2 hours, or refrigerate until ready to serve. They’re deliciously refreshing both ways!
Tips for Perfect Cherries
- Select the Best Cherries – Choose firm cherries with just a bit of give to ensure they absorb the champagne.
- Don’t Pat the Cherries Dry – The natural moisture of the cherries helps the sugar adhere perfectly.
- Keep Them Cool – These cherries shine when served chilled or frozen, making them the perfect complement to a glass of bubbly. So don’t bring em out too early at your party!
Variations & Substitutions
- Non-Alcoholic – Use sparkling white grape juice, apple cider, or even lemon-lime soda as a fun kid-friendly or alcohol-free alternative that makes them feel like adults!
- Mix It Up – This method works beautifully with other fruits like strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, and grapes too! Maybe even create a multi-colored fruit medley!
- Sweeter Options – Opt for Prosecco, Moscato, or rosé for an extra hint of sweetness.
Storage Tips
- Refrigerator – You can store cherries in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer – You can freeze them in a sealed container for up to 1 month. Serve straight from the freezer for a frosty treat!
Sugared Champagne Cherries are Perfect for Valentine’s Day and Beyond
New Year’s is a perfect match for this these Sugared Champagne Cherries, because champagne is so iconic and synonymous with the holiday.
But the vibrant red cherries also make them a perfect match for Valentine’s Day. Whether your hosting a party, or just want to up your romance game when cooking dinner for your Special Valentine… Sugared Champagne Cherries are the perfect blend of sophistication and fun.
Add them to champagne for a festive toast (think: weddings, bridal showers, etc), or enjoy them as a sweet snack any time of year.
Before you go… Looking for other cherry-themed desserts and sweet treats? Check out this super easy Classic Cherry Delight Recipe…. Or these decadently creamy Cherry Cheesecake Bars!
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