How To Make Candied Cherries – Recipe

sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: honey

Stevia reduces calories while maintaining sweetness.

corn syrup

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: simple syrup

Agave syrup is a more natural sweetener.

Strain the maraschino cherries and remove the stems.

Measure out 3/4 cup of sugar and set aside 1/4 cup of the cherry juice.

In a saucepan with a lid, combine the cherry juice and sugar.

Heat the mixture for 2-3 minutes until the sugar is mostly dissolved and the mixture is liquidy.

Add the cherries to the saucepan and stir well.

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer and cover.

Stir the cherries every 10 minutes for 45-55 minutes until the syrup thickens to a softball stage (235°F).

Check the temperature with a candy thermometer to ensure it reaches 235°F.

Once at temperature, remove the saucepan from heat and let the mixture cool to room temperature.

Use a slotted spoon to strain the cherries from the syrup, breaking them apart if they are stuck together.

Store the cherries in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to six months.

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