Cherry Vanilla Syrup

Meet Your New Favorite Syrup: Cherry Vanilla

Say hello to your new kitchen staple: Cherry Vanilla Syrup! Sweet, tart, and beautifully fragrant, this syrup is a flavor-packed upgrade for just about any drink you can think of. Whether you’re mixing up a refreshing lemonade, a cozy vanilla latte, a vibrant matcha, or even a weekend cocktail/mocktail, this syrup will instantly elevate it.

The best part? It’s incredibly easy to make with just a few simple ingredients.

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🍒 What You’ll Need

This syrup uses simple, high-quality ingredients that let the flavor shine:

Flaky sea salt – A pinch of salt enhances the flavor and makes everything pop.

Cherries – Fresh or frozen both work beautifully. Just pit them first!

Good vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste – Go for the real stuff here—it makes a big difference.

Sugar – Regular granulated sugar gives the perfect sweetness.

Water – Just enough to bring everything together.

Step by Step Instructions:

1. Prep and combine ingredients:
   If you’re using fresh cherries, be sure to rinse and pit them first. Add the cherries (fresh or frozen) to a saucepan along with the sugar, water, and a pinch of flaky sea salt.
2. Simmer and mash:
   Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat and cook for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally. As the cherries soften, use a spoon or masher to gently crush them and release their juices.
3. Add vanilla:
   Remove the pan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract or paste. Let the mixture steep for a few minutes off the heat to infuse the flavor.
4. Strain:
   Pour the syrup through a fine mesh strainer into a clean jar or bottle. Press down on the solids to extract as much syrup as possible.
5. Cool and store:
   Allow the syrup to cool completely, then store it in the refrigerator. It will keep for up to 2 weeks.

✨ How to Use Cherry Vanilla Syrup

• Add to drinks: Try it in sparkling water, lemonades, lattes, matcha, iced tea, or cocktails.
• Drizzle over: Pancakes, waffles, oatmeal, yogurt, or ice cream.
• Mix into: Whipped cream or frosting for a fruity twist.

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Final Sip

This Cherry Vanilla Syrup is the kind of recipe that feels fancy but takes almost no time to make. It’s sweet, a little tart, and deeply comforting thanks to the warmth of vanilla and the brightness of cherry. The pinch of flaky sea salt? It’s the secret that brings everything together.

Let us know what you try it in—and don’t forget to tag your creations!