Recipes that include Fields of Plenty

CHERRIES

🍒 Cherry Simple Syrup Recipe

This syrup is sweet, tangy, and a perfect base for mocktails, lemonade, or drizzling over desserts.

You’ll need:

  • 1 cup cherries (rinsed, pits can stay in)

  • 1 cup water

  • ¾ cup sugar

Directions:

  1. Add cherries, water, and sugar to a small saucepan.

  2. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10–15 minutes, smashing the cherries a bit as they soften.

  3. Remove from heat and let cool.

  4. Strain through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove solids and pits. (if you do not have these, you can use a flour sack towel or normal strainer) Note: The cherries may stain your towel.

  5. Store syrup in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

    💡 Farm Tip:
    Save the strained cherry pulp! Stir it into yogurt, oatmeal, or bake it into muffins for a zero-waste treat.

Cherry Mojito (Mocktail or Cocktail)

You’ll need:

  • 3–5 sprigs fresh mint (rinsed)

  • 1 oz fresh lime juice (about ½ a lime)

  • 1 oz Cherry Simple Syrup (above)

  • Sparkling water or club soda

  • Ice

  • Optional: 1–2 oz white rum (for cocktail version)

Directions:

  1. In a glass, muddle the mint leaves with lime juice to release the oils.

  2. Add the Cherry Syrup and rum (if using), then fill the glass with ice.

  3. Top off with sparkling water.

  4. Garnish with a cherry or mint sprig. Sip and enjoy!