Cherry season isn’t just a mood—it’s a lifestyle. From juicy pies to fizzy cocktails, fresh salads to frosty sorbets, this collection has all the cherry-studded inspiration you need to eat, sip, and snack your way through summer.
Whether you’re baking a show-stopping Black Forest cake, whipping up a tart cherry salsa, or just looking for an excuse to pour a Cherry Caipiroska at 5 PM (we support you), these cherry recipes are here to bring the sweet-tart magic to every corner of your kitchen.
With 30+ fresh, fruity, and fabulous ways to use cherries, this is your ultimate guide to cooking with summer’s most irresistible stone fruit. Dive into desserts, get playful with savory dishes, or shake up a cocktail—because everything’s better with a cherry on top.
1. Classic Cherry Pie
Buttery, flaky crust bursting with juicy, tart cherries. A timeless delight!
2. Sweet Cherry Pie
Sweet Cherry Pie
Sweet and Savory by Shinee
Sweet, vibrant cherries wrapped in a golden, flaky crust. Pure comfort food.
3. Cherry Oat Smoothie
Healthy smoothie with cherries, banana, Greek yogurt, and oats.
4. Cherry Brownies
Double Chocolate Cherry Brownies
Fudgy chocolate brownies studded with juicy cherries for a sweet surprise.
5. Cherry Juice
Pure cherry juice, fresh and full of natural sweetness.
6. Cherry Trifles
Cheater's Chocolate Cherry Trifles
Easy layered dessert blending chocolate and fresh cherries. Crowd-pleaser!
7. Cherry Crisp
Cherry Apricot Almond Crisp
Warm cherries topped with a crunchy oat and almond crumble. Cozy and delicious.
8. Sour Cherry Gastrique Rack of Lamb
Sour Cherry Gastrique Rack of Lamb
Lamb with a tangy cherry gastrique glaze, gourmet flavor.
9. Cherry Cookies
Cherry Cheesecake Oat Cookies
Soft oatmeal cookies studded with sweet cherries and creamy cheesecake swirls.
10. Cherry Yogurt Popsicles
Chocolate Covered Cherry Yogurt Popsicles
Creamy frozen treats with cherry and chocolate—cool and sweet!
11. Cherry Caipiroska
Vodka cocktail with muddled cherries and lime—tart and tasty!
12. Cherry Almond Danish
Flaky pastry filled with almond cream and juicy cherries. Breakfast dreams.
13. Cherry Pistachio Cheesecake
Cherry Pistachio Cheesecake
Creamy cheesecake topped with tart cherries and crunchy pistachios.
14. Cherry Almond Cake
Moist cake with almond flavor and cherry accents. Simple, elegant, delicious.
15. Balsamic Cherry and Goat Cheese Crostini
Balsamic Cherry and Goat Cheese Crostini
Tangy balsamic cherries atop creamy goat cheese.
16. Pina Colada Cherry Shots
Pina Colada Rum Jello Shots
Tropical rum jello shots with a cherry twist—party in a glass!
17. Cherry Amaretto Crunch Ice Cream
Cherry Amaretto Crunch Ice Cream
Smooth ice cream with cherry and crunchy almond bits.
18. Cherry Cheesecake Bars
Creamy cherry cheesecake in convenient bar form. Perfect for sharing!
19. Black Forest Chocolate Cheesecake Tarts
Black Forest Chocolate Cheesecake Tarts
Rich chocolate tarts layered with cherry and cream.
20. German Red Riding Hood Cake
German Red Riding Hood Cake
A cherry layer cake inspired by the fairy tale, with juicy cherries and rich chocolate flavors.
21. Cherry Blossom Cocktail
Floral and fruity cocktail with cherry notes, perfect for spring vibes.
22. Sour Cherry Gin Limeade
Refreshing gin cocktail with tart cherries and zesty lime.
23. Cherry Sorbet
Banana Cherry Garcia Soft Serve
Refreshing, tangy cherry sorbet made with real fruit and lemon juice.
24. Black Forest Trifle
Black Forest Trifle
Scarlett Wang at SideChef
Layers of rich chocolate, whipped cream, and cherries for a decadent treat.
25. Cherry Sheet Cake
Easy Chocolate Cherry Sheet Cake
Moist chocolate cake with bursts of cherry flavor in every bite.
26. Marinated Steak with Cherry Salad
Marinated Steak with Sweet Corn and Cherry Salad
Juicy steak paired with a fresh, sweet cherry salad.
27. Black Forest Swiss Roll
Chocolate sponge rolled with whipped cream and cherries—classic indulgence.
28. Cherry Chipotle Gazpacho
A refreshing cold soup with a smoky chipotle kick and sweet-tart cherries.
29. Cherry Pavlovas
Mini meringue nests topped with whipped cream and fresh cherries. Light & airy.
30. Black Forest Fizz
Sparkling cherry and chocolate cocktail for a bubbly indulgence.
31. Cherry Tart
Apricot & Cherry Mascarpone Tart
Buttery tart shell filled with mascarpone and tart cherries. Elegant and fresh.
32. Cherry Salsa
Fresh cherries mixed with jalapeño and lime for a sweet-spicy salsa.
33. Summer Fruit Tiramisu
A light, fruity twist on a classic—layers of fresh summer fruit and fluffy mascarpone.
34. Pistachio Cherry Cream Stuffed French Toast
Pistachio Cherry Cream Stuffed French Toast
A decadent brunch treat with creamy pistachio-cherry filling and golden, crispy edges.
