Here’s the authentic and refreshing Hungarian Chilled Cherry Soup (Meggyleves 🇭🇺) — a beloved summer classic in Hungary! 🍒❄️ It’s creamy, slightly tangy, and full of sweet cherry flavor — perfect as a starter or a light dessert on warm days.
🇭🇺 Hungarian Chilled Cherry Soup (Meggyleves)
Ingredients:
1 lb (450 g) sour cherries (fresh or frozen, pitted)
4 cups (1 liter) water
1 cup (240 ml) sour cream
½ cup (100 g) sugar (adjust to taste)
1 tbsp flour (for thickening)
1 cinnamon stick
2–3 whole cloves
1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
A pinch of salt
Lemon zest or a few drops of lemon juice (optional, for brightness)
