Guys. Cherry season is almost upon us!

On most days, I could eat cherries right off the stem.

They are the fruit of perfection: Sweet and tart. Crisp and plump.

I like to take advantage of the season by getting cherries into almost every meal when I can.  From breakfast to dinner and even cocktails, you’ll have to make a few trips to the market to keep up with these amazing recipes!

 Cherry Almond Cinnamon Rolls

Who new sweet rolls could get any sweeter?  Add some cherries to boost your morning

Recipe via Taste Love and Nourish

Brown Butter Cherry Bars

Decadent cookie bars are peppered with sweet cherries and toasted brown butter.

Recipe via Tutti Dolci

Cherry Almond Quick Bread

You had me at quick.  This moist and delicious bread will have your taste buds singing in the morning.

Recipe via Lemons for LuLu

Fresh Cherry Sauce

Perfect for topping ice cream or adding to your greek yogurt, this easy sauce is created in the microwave!

Recipe via Confections of a Foodie Bride

Fresh Cherry Hand Pies

Flaky pastries are loaded with tart cherries and baked to perfection!

Recipe via Dessert for Two

Skillet Cherry Jam

The perfect way to preserve cherries and enjoy them all year long!  This jam is perfect for your morning toast or add it to your kids’ PB and Js

Recipe via Ehow.com

Balsamic Cherry Brie Grilled Cheese

Gooey brie and cherries roasted in balsamic merry together to create this delicious comfort food

Recipe via Closet Cooking

Cherry Beef Carnitas Sandwich

Cherries and their juices are the diamond in the rough of this recipe.  Slow cooked to perfection, this dish will definitley be on your regular rotation

Recipe via Running to the Kitchen

Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Cherry Salsa

Savory pork is grilled and crowned with a tart cherry salsa.

Recipe via Bon Appetit

Grilled Chicken with Cherry Salsa

Loads of cherry salsa infused with basil and balsamic top a healthy grilled chicken breast.

Recipe via Foodista

Cherry Bomb Chicken

If you like spicy chicken, this dish is perfect for you.  Cherries and honey balance out the flavors and give your taste buds a reason to sing

Recipe via Sugar Dish Me

Crock Pot Cherry Beef Roast

Cherries infuse the beef slowly and the end result is melt in your mouth goodness.

Recipe via Raegun Ramblings

Cherry and Feta Quinoa

Juicy cherries and mint are the star of this quinoa dish that is perfect for summer barbecues.

Recipe via Fountain Avenue Kitchen

Cherry Clafoutis

Custardy clafouti is one of my all time favorite desserts.  Covered with fresh cherries is the only way to top this pastry.

Recipe via Tartlette

Drunken Cherry Chocolate Cake

Soaked in rum and added to every aspect of this layer cake, this desert is perfect for a warm summer evening

Recipe via Natasha’s Kitchen

Rustic Cherry Tarts

Simple and tasty, these rustic tarts can be made in an afternoon and enjoyed throughout the week.

Recipe via Chocolate with Grace

Cherry Crumble

Similar to a cobbler, this recipe incorporates fresh, delicious cherries and tops with a sugary almond topping.  Top with a scoop of ice cream and you have the ultimate summer dessert

Recipe via Delightful E Made

Fresh Cherry Crisp

A decadent pool of tart cherries is topped with a wonderfully crisp crust.

Recipe via Give Recipe

Cherry Mojito

A refreshing libation to add to your summer entertaining, this drink uses fresh cherries and traditional mojito ingredients

Recipe via Eat Live Run