Directions
- 1Add sugar, cherry juice, juiced lemon, almond extract, and vanilla extract to a saucepan.
- 2Slowly bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, stirring along the way.
- 3Simmer for 5 minutes.
- 4Add the pitted cherries to the pot and remove from the heat.
- 5Once the mixture reaches room temperature, transfer it to a mason jar.
- 6Store the maraschino cherries in the refrigerator for at least 12 hours before serving.
Ingredients
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 cup cherry juice
- 0.5 lemon
- 1.5 tsp almond extract
- 0.5 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 lb cherries, pitted
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp cold water
Equipment
saucepanwhiskmason jar
Tips
- For a thicker consistency, mix 1 tbsp of cornstarch with 1 tbsp of cold water and slowly add it to the simmering liquid, whisking to combine.
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