Sous Vide Cherries: Temperature & Time Guide
Sous vide cherries at 140°F plumps them in their own juice while the bag syrup becomes a rich, dark sauce — perfect for desserts and savory glazes.
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Anova Precision Cooker 3.0
Editor’s PickA circulator with an on-device screen makes it easy to dial these exact temps without touching your phone — our top pick for precision cooking.
- + On-device temperature control
- + 1100W heats fast
- + Recipe library for temps
- − Premium price
- − Some app features paywalled
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Use one to verify your water bath and spot-check the finish — a $15 probe removes all guesswork.
- + Verifies actual temperature
- + Cheap insurance
- − Not needed if your circulator is accurate
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Buying advice
Pit cherries, seal with sugar and a splash of port or kirsch, cook at 140°F for 30 minutes. Serve over ice cream, in a clafoutis, or reduce the syrup for a pork glaze.
FAQ
What temperature for sous vide cherries?
140°F (60°C) for 30 minutes — plump and syrup-rich.
Do I need to pit them?
For serving and sauces, yes. For a quick compote you can cook whole and pit after.
What's the best use?
Over ice cream, in a galette, or as a glaze for pork and duck.
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Anova Precision Cooker 3.0
A circulator with an on-device screen makes it easy to dial these exact temps without touching your phone — our top pick for precision cooking.
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