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    Home » Recipes » German Recipes

    Tipsy Cherry Compote

    Published: Aug 7, 2018 · Modified: Mar 8, 2022 by Angela Schofield ·

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    german cherry compote

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

    German Kirsch Schnapps
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    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.

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    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
      

    • 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.

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