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Celebrate National Cherries Jubilee Day with a delicious, warm bowl of cherries jubilee - it's the perfect end to any meal!
Celebrate National Cherries Jubilee Day on Sept. 24! This special day marks the invention of a classic dessert, which was first created in 1887 by Auguste Escoffier, a French chef who is widely considered to be one of the fathers of modern cooking. The traditional cherries jubilee consists of dark red cherries cooked with butter, kirsch and sugar served over ice cream or pound cake. So get your favorite bowl and spoon ready to indulge in this delicious treat!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1887</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Cherries Jubilee Invented</div><div class='timeline-text'>Created by French chef Auguste Escoffier to celebrate Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee, the first Cherries Jubilee dessert was served.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1920s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Popularity in American Cuisine</div><div class='timeline-text'>The delicious dessert found its way to America during the Prohibition Era, becoming popular in fine dining establishments.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1953</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Recipe in "The Joy of Cooking"</div><div class='timeline-text'>Cherries Jubilee recipe was included in "The Joy of Cooking", an influential American cookbook, increasing its home cooking popularity.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1984</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Nat. Cherry Jubilee Month Proclamation </div><div class='timeline-text'>President Ronald Reagan proclaimed July as National Cherry Month to promote the consumption of cherries, indirectly boosting Cherries Jubilee's popularity.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1997</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Cherries Jubilee Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>September 24th was officially designated as National Cherries Jubilee Day, allowing everyone to celebrate this classic dessert annually.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>The Dessert's Modern Revival</div><div class='timeline-text'>21st century chefs and foodies began exploring new variations of the classic dish, reinvigorating its popularity for a new audience.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make your own cherries jubilee</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take fresh cherries, sugar and butter, heat in a skillet over medium heat until it turns into a thick sauce. Serve over ice cream or pound cake.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a cherry orchard</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take a day trip and visit a cherry orchard for an experience of picking your own ripe cherries. You can also sample all the delicious treats that the orchards have to offer, such as pies, jams, and juices.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Throw a cherry jubilee party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite your friends over for a celebration of cherry desserts and drinks. Play some games like 'pit the cherry', where you have to guess which hand has the pit in it, or 'name that cherry' where you have to guess the type of cherry from its description.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Eat cherries for breakfast</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Start off National Cherries Jubilee Day with a healthy breakfast filled with cherries. Add them to your oatmeal or yogurt for a burst of sweetness, or make a smoothie with frozen cherries and banana.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Bake a cherry jubilee cake</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Choose your favorite cake recipe and add fresh cherries to create an extra special dessert that celebrates National Cherries Jubilee Day. You can also top with chocolate ganache or whipped cream for added indulgence.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Cherries Jubilee is an easy and delicious dessert</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The cherries jubilee is a simple yet very delicious dessert that can be enjoyed by everyone. All you need are some fresh cherries, sugar, premium brandy and butter to make this decadent dessert. And if you don't have any of those ingredients at home, they can easily be found in most grocery stores!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a fun way to impress your guests</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Making cherries jubilee takes a bit of effort but the result is definitely worth it. The presentation factor with the flambéed cherries will wow your guests and leave them wanting more. Plus, cherries are associated with romance which makes it a great dessert for date nights at home!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>The flavor combinations are endless</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The beauty of making cherries jubilee is you can customize the flavors according to your preferences or whatever ingredients you have on hand. Try adding other fruits like strawberries or blueberries for an extra burst of sweetness. Or give it a tropical twist by adding pineapple juice and coconut rum!</p></div></div>
National Cherries Jubilee Day is celebrated on September 24 every year. In 2024 National Cherries Jubilee Day will occur on a Tuesday.
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