Description
Cherry Soup, or Kissel, is a delightful Eastern European dessert that celebrates the luscious flavor of cherries in a smooth, velvety soup. This simple and quick recipe allows you to enjoy the natural sweetness of fresh or frozen cherries, making it perfect for any season. Whether served warm to bring comfort during chilly evenings or chilled as a refreshing treat on hot summer days, Cherry Soup is versatile and customizable. Top it with whipped cream or serve alongside vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent experience. With minimal ingredients and straightforward steps, this easy Cherry Soup will impress your family and friends alike.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh or frozen cherries
- 1 cup sugar (adjust based on tartness)
- 3 cups water
- 2 tablespoons potato starch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Rinse cherries and remove pits if using fresh; if using frozen, thaw slightly.
- In a saucepan, combine cherries, water, and sugar; heat until it simmers.
- Mix potato starch with ? cup cold water until smooth; gradually add to the cherry mixture while stirring continuously.
- Cook for about 5 minutes until thickened; then stir in lemon juice.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving warm or refrigerate to serve chilled.
Notes
Adjust sugar based on cherry tartness.
Serve with whipped cream or alongside ice cream for extra indulgence.
Experiment by adding spices like cinnamon or vanilla for unique flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Eastern European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg