Tipsy Cherry Compote

The shot of Black Forest Kirsch brandy gives that dessert it´s special kick.

How is the Compote called in German?

The delicious dessert is called "Beschwipste Kirschgrütze". The German word for cherries is "Kirschen".

How to pronounce "Kirschen"?

Listen to this audio file to hear how to say "Kirschen" in German.

Tipsy Black Forest inspired Cherry Compote Recipe

Recipe

Tipsy Cherry Compote

Angela Schofield

5 from 3 votes

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 15 minutes mins

Course Desserts

Cuisine German

Servings 2 cups

Ingredients

  

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• 2 oz. tart frozen or fresh cherries
• 2 tbsp. lemon juice
• ¼ cup sugar
• 2 shots Kirschwasser traditional German clear cherry brandy
• 2 tbsp. corn starch

Instructions

 

• In a small sauce pan bring cherries, sugar and lemon juice to a boil.
• Mix corn starch with the Kirschwasser.
• Add the cornstarch mixture to the saucepan and simmer on low heat for about 2 min.

Nutrition

Yield: 1grams

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Tip

Serve with homemade vanilla sauce, vanilla ice cream or on waffles.