Easy Amaretto Cherries (Lazzaroni Copycat Recipe)
Easy Amaretto Cherries (Lazzaroni Copycat Recipe) are a delectable treat that blends sweet and tangy flavors for a delightful experience. With just seven simple ingredients, you can create these luscious cherries in under 15 minutes of active preparation time. Perfect for topping desserts, enhancing breakfast dishes, or simply enjoying straight from the jar, these cherries make an impressive addition to any gathering or a thoughtful homemade gift. Their vibrant color and rich taste will surely impress your friends and family, showcasing your culinary creativity with ease.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 – 3.5 lbs Cherries (pitted)
- 1 1/4 C Granulated Sugar
- 1/2 C Almond extract mixed with water (amaretto substitute)
- 1/2 C Water (preferably filtered)
- 1 Lemon (juiced; zest saved for another purpose)
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1 tsp Almond Extract
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by pitting the cherries.
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine cherries, sugar, almond extract mixture, and water. Simmer over medium-low heat until sugar dissolves.
- Continue simmering for about 20 minutes until cherries soften.
- Add lemon juice, vanilla extract, and almond extract; simmer for another 10 minutes until syrup thickens.
- Transfer cherries and syrup into clean mason jars, leaving about a half-inch headspace.
- For canning, seal jars tightly and process in boiling water for 25-30 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg