Got cherries? Cherries are one of the most versatile fruits to use in your cooking, as you can find them dried, fresh or canned! They also work in recipes of all kinds: they’re not just for desserts! Cherries are the perfect addition to breakfasts and snacks, too. Over here, our very favorite way to eat cherries is dried tart cherries by the handful! Here are all the best cherry recipes to use this versatile ingredient: whether it’s dried, fresh, frozen or canned! Try our favorite baked oatmeal for breakfast, energy bars for snacks, and of course a chocolate cherry tart for dessert (because who can’t resist that winning combination?). Ready to get cooking?
And now…our top cherry recipes to try!
Cherries nutrition benefits
Why add cherries to your life? This fruit packs lots of good stuff. Of course, if you’re using them in a dessert you’re offsetting the benefits with sugar and carbs! So make sure to use healthful preparations for cherries on a regular basis, and keep desserts for occasional treats. Here are some benefits of cherries (source): Features: Dried cherries, but can substitute fresh or canned (drained) Features: Frozen cherries, but can substitute fresh or canned (drained & rinsed) Features: Dried cherries, but can substitute fresh or canned (drained & rinsed) Features: Canned cherries, but can substitute fresh or dried Features: Canned cherries Features: Dried cherries Features: Dried cherries Features: Frozen cherries, but can substitute canned (drained) Features: Maraschino cherries Features: Frozen cherries, but can substitute canned (drained) Features: Frozen cherries, but can substitute canned that are drained and frozen Features: Dried cherries
Cherries are rich in anti-oxidants and can help reduce inflammation, which promotes overall health. Cherries may help in exercise recovery. Research may suggest that cherry juice can help with muscle recovery and soreness (source).
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