Homemade Cherry Sauce (3 Ingredients, Endless Possibilities 🍒)

3 Ingredients, Endless Possibilities 🍒

Sweet, Simple & So Versatile 🍯🍒🔥This Homemade Cherry Sauce is one of those little kitchen staples that instantly makes anything feel special. With just pitted cherries, honey, and a splash of water, you can turn a handful of fruit into a luscious, glossy sauce that’s perfect on everything—ice cream, yogurt, toast, pancakes, you name it.

It comes together in minutes on the stovetop and tastes like pure summer in a jar. You can make it with fresh or frozen cherries, depending on what you have, and it keeps beautifully in the fridge for whenever a sweet craving strikes.

Why You’ll Love This Cherry Sauce

✔ Just 3 Ingredients – No refined sugar or fuss✔ Naturally Sweetened – Thanks to honey and ripe cherries✔ Ready in 10 Minutes – Quick stovetop magic✔ Versatile – Use it on breakfast or dessert✔ Make-Ahead Friendly – Store it in the fridge all week

The Recipe: Homemade Cherry Sauce

Ingredients:

• 2 cups pitted cherries (fresh or frozen)

• 2–3 tbsp honey (adjust to taste)

• 2 tbsp water

Instructions:

1. In a small saucepan, combine cherries, honey, and water.

2. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the cherries break down and the sauce begins to thicken—about 8–10 minutes.

3. Use the back of a spoon or a potato masher to gently mash some of the cherries if you prefer a thicker, jam-like texture.

4. Let cool slightly before serving, or store in an airtight jar in the fridge for up to 1 week.

Serving Ideas

🍦 Drizzle over vanilla ice cream for the easiest dessert ever🍞 Spread on buttered toast, waffles, or pancakes🥣 Swirl into plain Greek yogurt or cottage cheese🧀 Serve on a charcuterie board with brie or goat cheese🍰 Use as a topping for cheesecake or pound cake

Why I Keep This in My Fridge All Summer- This cherry sauce is one of those simple recipes that feels like a little luxury. It takes 10 minutes and turns basic pantry and fridge staples into something that feels homemade and heartfelt. Whether I’m making a fancy-looking breakfast or dressing up dessert for guests, this sauce never lets me down.

If you make it, tag me @Weeknight_Homemaker—I’d love to see how you’re using it!

Sweet things,

Lauren 💕