Recipes and Cooking Desserts & Baking Fruit Dessert Recipes 13 Cherry Desserts with the Sweet-Tart Bite That Tempts You By Katlyn Moncada Katlyn Moncada Instagram Katlyn Moncada is the associate food editor at BHG.com, sharing food news and tutorials on becoming better home cooks. She is a writer and editor with nearly a decade of experience in digital media, photography, and video production. Learn about BHG's Editorial Process Updated on August 4, 2021 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Blaine Moats When you're indulging in a slice of cherry pie or a piece of cherry cobbler, life is, well, as sweet as a bowl of cherries. Whether you decide to stick with a classic or try something new, sweeten things up with one of our favorite cherry desserts. 01 of 13 Cherry-Berry Pie View Recipe Andy Lyons Cherries and blackberries are a dream team of rich color and puckery sweet-sour flavor. The juicy twosome pairs with orange peel for a fresh-tasting cherry pie that's finished with a beautiful lattice crust. 02 of 13 Cherry Hand Pies View Recipe Andy Lyons The only thing better than a cherry pie is a handheld version. These individual cherry desserts include a hint of orange juice and zest for an extra pop of flavor. Keep the recipe handy to make the delicious blueberry and plum variations, too. Buy It: OXO Good Grips Multi Cherry Pitter ($20, Amazon) 03 of 13 Chewy Cherry-Almond Bars View Recipe Blaine Moats Part oatmeal cookie, these easy cherry bars are nothing short of irresistible. The bars get their delightful chewiness thanks to a layer of cherry preserves between the crusts. You can easily freeze these bars for up to one month for cherry treats whenever you get a craving. 04 of 13 Lattice Cherry Pie View Recipe Andy Lyons Few things in life are sweeter than cherry pie, so why mess with perfection? Our cinnamon-spiced recipe features all the makings of the classic version: amazing juicy cherry filling and a buttery lattice top. Buy It: OXO Good Grips Glass Pie Plate ($15, Amazon) 05 of 13 White Chocolate-Cherry Shortbread View Recipe Peter Krumhardt Crispy shortbread cookies get a totally delicious makeover with the help of chopped cherries in the dough and a white chocolate dip. Roll the edges in red and white sprinkles for a party-perfect touch. 06 of 13 Cherry Cobbler View Recipe Blaine Moats Warm and crumbly cinnamon-and-sugar biscuits top our easy cherry cobbler recipe that can be made with fresh or frozen cherries. And of course, cherry cobbler tastes best when served warm with a dollop of ice cream. How to Make Cobbler with Your Favorite Seasonal Fruits 07 of 13 Cherry Crumble Pie Bars View Recipe Scott Little Each bite of these gooey cherry pie bars is bursting with tart cherries, lemon zest, and a hint of almond. With 32 servings per batch, everyone can have a slice of the pie. 15 Make-and-Freeze Bar Cookies That Will Make Your Holidays Sweet 08 of 13 Sour Cherry Sorbet View Recipe Blaine Moats Store-bought ice cream will be a distant memory when you scoop up a bowl of homemade sorbet. With a rich and refreshing blend of dark cherry, orange, and almond flavors, this frozen cherry dessert is sure to be a warm-weather favorite. Buy It: Hamilton Beach Food Processor ($44, Amazon) 09 of 13 Tart Cherry Sauce View Recipe Blaine Moats Balance your dessert palate with a spoonful of our tart cherry sauce on top of ice cream or a rich chocolate dessert. A tablespoon of orange liqueur gives the sauce some extra zing. Healthy Cherry Recipes for Perfectly Sweet-Tart Flavor In Your Meals 10 of 13 Cherry-Almond Vanilla Cupcakes View Recipe Blaine Moats This maraschino cherry recipe is a great use for the jar sitting in your pantry. A splash of cherry juice is a quick way to turn classic vanilla cupcakes into a fruity cherry cake. For the perfect finishing touch, you can't go wrong with a shiny cherry on top. 11 of 13 Cherry-Orange Cobbler View Recipe Blaine Moats Tart cherries and tangy orange make a dynamite combo in this cherry dessert recipe. Take the cobbler biscuits to the next level by brushing the tops with milk or half-and-half along with a sprinkle of turbinado (raw) sugar before baking. 12 of 13 Coconut, Cherry, and Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies View Recipe Blaine Moats Perk up a lunch bag or a dessert table with this wholesome oatmeal cookie recipe. We amped up the classic recipe with chewy dried cherries, coconut, and crunchy chopped walnuts. 13 of 13 Sour Cherry Pie View Recipe Squire Fox If you love a sweet-tart combo, get ready to fall head over heels for this cherry pie recipe. Sour cherries and cranberries balance sweet almond and vanilla flavors for a pie you'll be requested to take to every potluck or special occasion. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit