Cherries Jubilee is a classic dessert made with cherries and liqueur, typically flambéed and served over vanilla ice cream. The dessert is traditionally made with fresh cherries, although canned or frozen cherries can also be used. It became popular in the late 19th century and is often associated with elegant dining.

Here’s a basic breakdown of how it’s made:

  1. Cherries: Usually, the cherries are simmered with sugar and a little lemon juice to create a syrup.
  2. Liqueur: Kirsch (a cherry brandy) or another type of liqueur, such as rum or brandy, is added. This is what gets flambéed.
  3. Flambé: The liqueur is set on fire to burn off the alcohol, creating a dramatic presentation.
  4. Ice Cream: Once the flames subside, the warm cherries and syrup are poured over vanilla ice cream.

It’s a delicious and showy dessert, perfect for a special occasion!

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