Can I store leftovers in the refrigerator?

Yes, store the soup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.

Can I use sweet cherries instead of sour cherries?

It's possible but you'll need to reduce the sugar as sweet cherries are less tart.

Is this dish suitable for vegetarians?

Yes, it is vegetarian-friendly.

Can I prepare the soup a day ahead?

Absolutely, the flavors develop even more when made a day in advance.

Can the vanilla cream be made without heavy cream?

You could use coconut cream instead for a dairy-free option.

Hungarian Cherry Soup with Vanilla Cream

Name: Hungarian Cherry Soup with Vanilla Cream
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Dessert
Ingredients: Sour cherries; Water; Sugar; Cinnamon stick; Lemon juice; Heavy cream; Vanilla extract; Confectioners' sugar; Mint leaves

A delightful cold soup perfect for summer.

Hungarian Cherry Soup, or "Meggy Leves," is a unique chilled soup that combines the tartness of cherries with rich, aromatic vanilla cream, offering a taste that surprises and delights.

1 h 30 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Cherry Soup

Sour cherries

1 pound, pitted

Water

3 cups

Sugar

1/2 cup

Cinnamon stick

1 stick

Lemon juice

2 tablespoons

For the Vanilla Cream

Heavy cream

1 cup

Vanilla extract

1 tablespoon

Confectioners' sugar

2 tablespoons

For Garnishing

Mint leaves

Fresh

Preparation

Preparing the Cherries

Rinse and Pit Cherries

Rinse the cherries thoroughly, removing any stems and pitting them carefully.

Combine Ingredients

Place the cherries in a saucepan with water, sugar, and the cinnamon stick.

Simmer Cherries

Simmer over medium heat for 20 minutes until the cherries are soft.

Preparing the Vanilla Cream

Combine Cream and Flavorings

In a mixing bowl, combine heavy cream, vanilla extract, and confectioners' sugar.

Whisk Cream

Whisk until soft peaks form and it holds a slight shape.

Chill Cream

Chill in the refrigerator until ready to use.

Cooking Process

Simmering the Cherries

Slowly simmer cherries until they are soft and infused with cinnamon aroma.

Use medium heat for best flavor extraction.

Blending the Soup

Once cooled, blend the cherry mixture until smooth.

For a smoother texture, strain the soup after blending to remove any cherry skins.

Chilling

Refrigerate the soup for at least one hour to enhance flavors.

Ensure the soup is completely cold before serving.

Plating & Serving