How Do You Preserve Fresh Sour Cherries?
Fresh sour cherries can be preserved in multiple ways. The simplest way is to freeze them. Rinse the cherries, remove stems and pits, spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet, and freeze until firm. Then transfer the frozen cherries to a freezer-safe bag or container and store in the freezer for up to a year. Another way to preserve sour cherries is by canning them. After washing the cherries, place them in sterilized jars, add sugar syrup, and process in a water bath canner according to the recipe instructions. Canned sour cherries can be stored in a cool, dark place for up to a year.