Did you go cherry picking this summer? If so, you may have a ton of cherries on hand to use. Take a look below at 10 ways to use cherries that you can try to make sure none go to waste. These methods are simple, inexpensive, and the perfect ways to use up those cherries. Take a look!
10 Amazing Uses for Cherries
1. Make a hair rinse.
Cherries are full of vitamins that help your hair shine and grow healthy. Smash some cherries in a bowl and then run through a strainer catching the juice underneath. Apply the juice to your hair and rinse after a few minutes. The vitamin c will nourish the hair, while the vitamin e will stimulate and nourish the scalp.
2. Fall asleep faster.
Cherries have a natural sleep aid call melatonin in them. Enjoy a bowl of cherries before bed so you can fall asleep faster and without the use of chemicals.
3. Banish puffy skin.
Cherries can help reduce inflammation plus the vitamins will nourish your skin. Make your own anti-puff treatment when you mash some cherries and add in a little olive oil. Apply the mixture and rinse after a few minutes. Don’t leave it on more than a few minutes because the juice can stain.
4. Make flavorful ice cubes.
Place some cherries in the freezer then use them in place of ice cubes. They will cook down your drink while adding some flavor and color at the same time. Kids also love snacking on cherries this way, just be sure they know the cherries have pits in them.
5. Dry them for snacks and baking.
Remove the pits and place the cherries in a food dehydrator. Allow them to dry. Use them in your granola mixes, place them on oatmeal, in cereal, or eat as is. You can also use them in baking and trail mix.
6. Beat joint pain.
Because cherries help keep inflammation down, they can also help you banish joint pain. Add some cherries (pitted and sliced) to your morning pancake or muffin batter for a sweet treat and better feeling joints.
7. Sweeten up your chicken salad.
Cherries and chicken are a great mix. Remove the pits and slice some cherries to add to your chicken salad mixture. Enjoy on a croissant or wrap the chicken salad in a lettuce leaf for a healthy lunch.
8. Heat them up!
Place de-pitted cherries into a saucepan with almonds and toast them whiles stirring gently. Place the mixture over your ice cream or even chocolate cake for a crunchy, savory, and sweet addition. You can even gently grill or roast cherries before placing them on your s’mores. How fun!
9. Spice up cocktail hour.
In a bowl, soak cherries in brandy or cherry liqueur. Allow them to soak for a few hours. Place the cherries in your cocktails or just enjoy them on a pick. These are fun for cocktail parties! If you wish, cherries soaked this way can also be served on adult desserts.
10. Make ribs magical.
When heating your BBQ sauce in a saucepan, add a cup of de-pitted and chopped cherries. Stir them well into the sauce and let them heat up. They will add an amazing sweetness to your BBQ sauce and make your ribs magical.
So how will you use your abundance of cherries? These ten ideas are a great way to get started!
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