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pickled cherries

Quick Pickled Cherries for a Sweet-Tart Summer Delight

These pickled cherries combine sweet and tart flavors, ideal for snacking or enhancing dishes. A refreshing way to preserve summer's bounty.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brine
  • ¾ cup Apple Cider Vinegar Essential for pickling.
  • ½ cup Sugar Balances the acidity.
  • 1 teaspoon Whole Black Peppercorns Adds mild spice.
  • 1 teaspoon Fennel Seeds Imparts subtle anise flavor.
  • Pinch Red Pepper Flakes Optional, for heat.
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf Enhances complexity.
  • ¾ cup Water Used to dilute the vinegar.
For the Cherries
  • 2 cups Fresh Cherries Ripe and firm for best flavor.
  • Few sprigs Fresh Thyme Adds aromatic touch.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Glass jars
  • Tongs
  • funnel

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the jars by sterilizing them in boiling water for about 10 minutes.
  2. Make the brine by combining water, apple cider vinegar, and sugar in a saucepan.
  3. Pour the brine over the cherries in the prepared jars.
  4. Cool the jars to room temperature and then store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 12gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 2mg

Notes

Optimal pickling time is at least 24 hours for the best flavor.

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