Intensely flavorful, and bordering on exotic, few things bring to mind Greek tradition like the delectable “spoon sweet”. This ancient Greek delicacy was born as a method of preserving the intensely flavorful fruits that only Greece can produce.
Traditionally enjoyed by the spoon as a treat, these versatile gems will take your Greek yogurt to another level and they make a delicious addition to the rest of the breakfast table. Mix in with hot cereals like oatmeal, spread over toast, use as topping on pancakes, waffles and French toast. The intense, complex flavors are also a perfect pairing with your favorite cheese, and make a scrumptious topping for ice-cream, cheesecake, and custards.
We were thrilled to partner with Idiston (EEthee stahn) to bring you this wonderful bit of Greece. Idiston uses simple time perfected methods and each fruit in their line is specifically sourced from the particular area in Greece that is best known for growing it.
Vyssinó (sour cherry)
Vyssino (VEEsee noh) is the name of the well-known tiny sour cherry that makes for one of the most beloved Greek spoon sweets. Sourced from a collective of local farmers in the highlands of Arcadia on the central Peloponnese, the fruit is irresistibly crunchy, with intense aroma and a delicious, tangy, tart flavor.
Ingredients: Sour Cherry, sugar, lemon juice
Nutritional Information (per US tablespoon)
Calories: 34
Fat: 0 g
Sugar/Carbs: 8 g
Protein: 0.05g
Salt: 0 mg
How to Enjoy
Traditionally in Greece, spoon sweets were served by the spoonful in a small dish with a side of coffee or tea and cold water—hence the name "spoon sweet". Beyond tradition, spoon sweets are a tremendously versatile confection. They make wonderful toppings for Greek yogurt, ice cream, or baked goods like cakes or cheesecake. As a breakfast treat, mix in with hot cereals like oatmeal, spread over toast, or use as topping on pancakes, waffles and French toast. The intense, complex flavors are also a perfect pairing with your favorite cheese.
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Delicious
It's so good! I can eat it plain, it's so yummy.
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United StatesSour Cherry preserves the best of the bedt
Always wonderful on toast or ice cream, or with yogurt or Lebne
United StatesDelicious as a topping
Full of whole cooked cherries. Lovely strong flavor. We used it on several occasions as a topping on cheese cake.
United StatesWonderful Cherry Spoon Sweet
This has got to be one of the most wonderful cherry preserves anywhere. The jars disappear like magic in our home and we order more and more.