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This tart but sweet cherry sauce is the perfect way to preserve the flavor of fresh cherries. Serve on whole wheat waffles, oatmeal pancakes, banana ice cream and more!

I love a good dessert. And this cherry sauce transforms the simplest of plates into something unique! For example, you can drizzle it over vegan cheesecake and wait for the oohs and aahs. It will happen. I also like to serve it with some plain vegan yogurt.
It is very versatile in that way. Breakfast? Snack time? dessert? This fresh cherry sauce has got your back!
How to Make Cherry Sauce
You can find the complete printable recipe with ingredient amounts below. But first, here are some ingredient explanations and steps to help you perfect this recipe every time.
- Prepare cherries by pitting them.
- Add the pitted cherries to a saucepan with the sugar and cornstarch.
- Stir in the maraschino cherry juice.
- Stir and cook for 3 minutes, until sauce thickens.
- Let it cool for a few minutes.
- When cool enough to handle, transfer it to a glass jar with a lid, cover tightly and refrigerate.
the main ingredient
Here are the ingredients you will need for this recipe:
- cherry – You can use fresh or frozen cherries.
- sugar – You will need granulated sugar for this recipe.
- Cornstarch — I find cornstarch to be the best thickener for this type of sauce, but you can substitute arrowroot powder.
- Maraschino cherry syrup – This is my secret ingredient for the best cherry sauce. I love the flavor and color added with a little maraschino cherry juice.

Which cherries are best for cherry sauce?
Bing and Rainier cherries are referred to as sweet cherries and are usually found in the produce section. You’ll get the best flavor by using a mixture of cherries, especially if you can add a few sour cherries to the mix. If using all sour cherries, you will need to increase the amount of added sugar.
Why this recipe is a winner
- simple — This fantastic sauce is made with just four ingredients and comes together in minutes!
- versatile — Drizzle it over desserts, spoon it over yogurt at breakfast, and serve with savory dishes.
- Magical — Serve some vegan chocolate ice cream with this sauce and prepare to disappear!
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I do with a bunch of cherries?
Cherries are not cheap to produce or buy. That means you’ll want to use fresh or frozen cherries. You can serve a cherry pie or a sweet but tart cherry sauce on top of other desserts.
Can cherry sauce be frozen?
You can freeze the cherry sauce. Do this by bringing it to room temperature, then transfer to a freezer-safe container. Freeze for up to 2 months. To thaw, transfer the container to the refrigerator overnight.
Ways to use cherry sauce
Serve this cherry compote with your favorite foods such as:
Storage Tips
Transfer the cooled sauce to a glass jar with a lid, seal it tightly, and refrigerate for up to 10 days. You can freeze this sauce. To do this, store it in a freezer-safe container and freeze it for up to 2 months. To thaw, refrigerate overnight.

Dessert sauce
If you love this easy cherry sauce as much as I do, be sure and try these other delicious dessert sauces. I like to serve them over healthy banana nice cream.

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Prepare cherries by pitting them.
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Add the pitted cherries to a saucepan with the sugar and cornstarch. Add maraschino cherry juice. Stir to combine. Turn the heat up to medium-high.
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Cook until it begins to boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Stir and cook until done 3 minutesuntil the sauce thickens.
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Let it cool for a few minutes. Then transfer to a glass jar, cover tightly and refrigerate. It will keep in the fridge for up to 5 days.

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For tips on making a lattice top on your pie, check out this vegan apple pie recipe.
Worship: 1pieces | Calories: 138kcal | Sugars: 35g | Protein: 0.5g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fats: 0.03g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 103mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 31g | Vitamin A: 29IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 0.2mg
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