Dulce de Cereza en Almíbar [Recipe + Video] Dominican Acerola Cherries in Spiced Syrup)
Fruits in syrup are a very popular dessert in the Dominican Republic, and this colorful dulce de cereza, or acerola in spiced syrup combines cherries and our favorite spices in a very popular treat.
Course Dessert
Cuisine Dominican, Latino
Keyword dulce de cerezas, dulce en almibar
Prep Time 15 minutesminutes
Cook Time 20 minutesminutes
Total Time 35 minutesminutes
Servings 6
Calories 104kcal
Author Clara Gonzalez
Ingredients
2cupsacerola (West Indian cherries)or cerezas dominicanas, washed and with stems removed
In a stockpot, combine the acerola cherries and enough water to cover them. Heat over medium heat until the water comes to a boil. Discard the water.Repeat the same process again. This helps eliminate the bitter taste the cherries may have.
2. Cooking
Combine the cherries, cinnamon, cloves, and sugar with 6 cups of water. Boil over medium low heat until the cherries are soft, and the syrup has begun to thicken and reduced to about 1 cup.
3. Serve
Chill in the refrigerator before serving, or store in the refrigerator in a covered pot.Remove the cinnamon and cloves and let cool to room temperature.