10+ Cherry Recipes You’ll Love to Try This Season

Cherries are a tasty, colorful fruit you can toss into all sorts of recipes. Sweet treats or healthier options, cherries just bring a fresh, bright flavor that’s hard to beat.

You’ll find simple and delicious ways to enjoy cherries all year, from breakfast to dessert.

Try using cherries to add natural sweetness and a little tartness to your meals. Most cherry recipes don’t need fancy ingredients, and a lot of them come together pretty quickly.

If you’re looking to shake up your meals, cherry recipes are a fun way to do it.

1) Easy Cherry Cobbler

You can whip up a cherry cobbler with just a handful of ingredients. The dessert uses cherry pie filling and a batter that bakes into a soft, cake-like crust.

It’s a quick, tasty treat. Warm cobbler is best, especially with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

Even if you’re not much of a baker, this recipe is hard to mess up.

You’ll use pantry basics and canned cherry filling, so you don’t have to wait for cherry season.

Ingredients

• 1 (21-ounce) can cherry pie filling
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ cup butter
• 1 cup milk

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Melt butter in a baking dish in the oven.
3. In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, and baking powder.
4. Stir in milk until it’s smooth.
5. Pour batter over the melted butter—don’t mix.
6. Spoon cherry pie filling over the batter.
7. Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown.

You can check out the full recipe at Allrecipes.

2) Cherry Pie with Fresh Cherries

Fresh cherries in a pie? Nothing compares. The filling turns out juicy, but it holds together for nice slices.

Try adding a little almond or vanilla extract for an extra pop of flavor. Don’t forget to mix your cherries with sugar and cornstarch so the filling sets up.

A flaky, buttery crust wraps it all up. It’s just classic, and honestly, it’s the best way to use fresh cherries.

Ingredients

• 4 cups fresh cherries, pitted
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• Pie crust for top and bottom
• 2 tablespoons butter

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a bowl, toss cherries with sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, almond extract, and salt.
3. Roll out the bottom pie crust and place in a pie pan.
4. Pour in the cherry filling, dot with butter.
5. Top with the second crust, seal edges, and cut vents.
6. Bake for 45-50 minutes until the crust is golden and the filling bubbles.
7. Let it cool before slicing so the filling sets.

3) Chocolate Chip Cherry Bars

Chocolate chip cherry bars are one of those treats you’ll keep coming back to. Sweet cherries and melty chocolate chips in a soft, chewy base—what’s not to love?

You can use whatever cherries you have: fresh, frozen, or even maraschino. These bars are quick to make and perfect for sharing.

They bake up moist with a little bit of fruit and chocolate in every bite. Want them extra sweet? Add a light frosting.

The batter’s simple—just butter, sugar, flour, and vanilla. Fold in the cherries and chocolate chips, bake, and you’re done.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 1 large egg
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 cup cherries (fresh or frozen, pitted)
• 1 cup chocolate chips

Cooking Instructions

1. Heat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mix melted butter and brown sugar until smooth.
3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
4. Add flour and salt, stir until just combined.
5. Gently fold in cherries and chocolate chips.
6. Pour into a greased 8×8-inch pan.
7. Bake for 25-30 minutes until edges are golden.
8. Let cool before cutting into bars.

Find more details at this Cherry Chocolate Chip Blondie Bars recipe.

4) Italian Cherry Pound Cake

Italian Cherry Pound Cake is simple and packed with sweet cherries. The texture is moist and dense, and every bite has that lovely cherry flavor.

It’s great as dessert or with afternoon coffee. The batter’s thick, so it’s easy to spread, and coating cherries with flour helps them stay put.

Toss a few cherries on top before baking for extra fruit and a pretty finish. Bake for about an hour at 350°F (175°C).

Let it cool before slicing so it holds together.

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter
• 1 ½ cups sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 ½ cups pitted cherries, lightly coated with flour
• Extra cherries for topping

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla.
4. Mix flour, baking powder, and salt in another bowl.
5. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mix.
6. Gently fold in flour-coated cherries.
7. Pour into a greased loaf pan, top with extra cherries.
8. Bake for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
9. Cool before serving.

5) Cherry Lime Slushie

A cherry lime slushie is cool, refreshing, and just a little bit tangy. Sweet cherries and fresh lime juice make it extra bright.

Use frozen cherries and real lime juice for the best flavor. Add ice and sparkling water or soda for that perfect slushy texture.

It’s ready in minutes, which is great when you’re thirsty and impatient. If you want it sweeter, toss in a bit of sugar or stevia.

This drink is light and not too rich, so you can enjoy it any time.

Ingredients

• 2 cups frozen dark cherries
• 1/2 cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
• 2 cups lime sparkling water or lemon-lime soda
• 2 cups ice
• Optional: a pinch of sweetener (like stevia)

Cooking Instructions

1. Add frozen cherries, lime juice, ice, and sparkling water or soda to a blender.
2. Blend until slushy and smooth.
3. Taste, add sweetener if you want, and blend again.
4. Pour into glasses, garnish with lime wedges if you feel fancy.

Find more tips at cherry lime slush recipes.

6) Crushed Cherry Margarita

Crushed cherry margaritas are a fun, fruity spin on the classic drink. Start by muddling fresh cherries with sugar and lime juice—get in there and really mash them up.

Add tequila and orange liqueur, then shake with ice until it’s icy cold. Strain into a glass rimmed with salt or sugar.

The result: a bright, sweet-tart drink that’s perfect for warm days or whenever you want a little something different.

Ingredients

• 6 fresh cherries, stemmed and pitted
• 1 ounce freshly squeezed lime juice
• 2 ounces tequila (reposado is nice)
• 1 ounce orange liqueur
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• Salt or sugar for rimming glass
• Ice

Cooking Instructions

1. Rim your glass with lime and salt or sugar.
2. Muddle cherries, sugar, and lime juice in a shaker.
3. Add tequila, orange liqueur, and ice.
4. Shake until well chilled.
5. Strain into your glass.
6. Sip and enjoy!

For more details, see Fresh Cherry Margarita.

7) Lavender Cherry Overnight Oats

Lavender cherry overnight oats have a gentle, sweet flavor with a hint of floral from the lavender. It’s a calm, tasty breakfast you can prep the night before.

Use rolled oats, dried culinary lavender, fresh lemon juice, and sugar. Mix it all up and let it sit in the fridge overnight.

In the morning, your oats will be soft and full of flavor. Fresh cherries add juicy bursts in every bite.

Ingredients

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1 cup fresh cherries, pitted and halved
• ½ teaspoon dried culinary lavender
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 to 1 ½ cups milk or water

Cooking Instructions

1. Combine oats, lavender, sugar, and lemon juice in a bowl or jar.
2. Add your milk or water and stir.
3. Fold in the cherries gently.
4. Cover and refrigerate overnight, at least 6 hours.
5. Stir before eating and add extra cherries if you want.

More info at Lavender Cherry Overnight Oats.

8) Cherry Jam

Making cherry jam is easier than you might think. Fresh or frozen cherries both work, and the result is a sweet, fruity spread that tastes like summer.

You don’t need pectin—just cherries, sugar, and a splash of lemon juice. Cook the jam in short bursts to keep the cherries chunky and the jam juicy.

Some folks like less sugar, others want it sweeter. Adjust as you go and find your perfect balance.

Ingredients

• 4 cups cherries, pitted
• 3 cups sugar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Cooking Instructions

1. Toss the cherries, sugar, and lemon juice into a pot.
2. Turn the heat to medium and start stirring.
3. Every five minutes, give it a good stir.
4. Keep this up for about 20-30 minutes, until the jam thickens.
5. Pour the hot jam into clean jars and let them cool down.

For more details, check this small batch cherry jam recipe.

9) Cherry Plum Sweet Buns (Drożdżówka)

Cherry Plum Sweet Buns, or Drożdżówka, are a real treat to make at home. These Polish buns come out soft and buttery, with just enough sweetness and a bit of tartness from the cherry plums.

The fruit brings a fresh pop that keeps the dough from feeling too heavy. On top, there’s a crumbly streusel that adds a satisfying crunch.

They work well for breakfast or as a snack with tea. The dough is a lot like brioche, so it’s rich and tender.

Bake a batch and you’ll have a classic Eastern European treat right in your kitchen. They’re best fresh, but they’ll last a day or two if you stash them in a container.

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup warm milk
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 large egg
• 2 tsp active dry yeast
• Pinch of salt
• 1 cup cherry plums, pitted and sliced
• For crumble: 1/2 cup flour, 1/4 cup sugar, 3 tbsp cold butter

Cooking Instructions

1. Stir milk, sugar, and yeast together. Wait about 5 minutes until it gets foamy.
2. Add flour, salt, egg, butter, and the yeast mixture. Knead until the dough turns smooth.
3. Let the dough rise in a warm spot for an hour.
4. Shape the dough into buns and top each with sliced cherry plums.
5. Mix up the crumble ingredients and sprinkle over the buns.
6. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes, until they’re golden.
7. Let them cool a bit before digging in.

10) Cherry Yogurt Bowl

A cherry yogurt bowl is such an easy, delicious way to use cherries. Start with creamy yogurt, then pile on juicy, sweet cherries.

If you roast the cherries, they get even sweeter and a little jammy. The flavor gets deeper and honestly, it’s hard not to eat them straight from the pan.

Toss on some crunchy granola or chopped dark chocolate for extra texture. This bowl works for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert.

You can whip it up in under 30 minutes. That makes it perfect when you want something quick and a little bit healthy.

Try different cherry varieties or swap in your favorite yogurt flavor. You might stumble on your new go-to combo.

Ingredients

• 1 cup vanilla or plain Greek yogurt
• 1 cup fresh or frozen cherries, pitted
• 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
• 1/4 cup granola
• 2 tablespoons chopped dark chocolate (optional)

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Spread the cherries out on a baking sheet.

3. Roast them for about 15 minutes.

4. Scoop yogurt into bowls.

5. Spoon the warm, roasted cherries—juice and all—over the yogurt.

6. Sprinkle granola and chocolate on top.

7. Want it sweeter? Drizzle a little honey.

8. Serve right away. Enjoy!

Craving more details or curious about tweaks? Check out this roasted cherry yogurt bowl.