Cherries
Cherries are small, succulent fruits that burst with sweetness and offer a perfect balance of tartness. Enjoyed fresh, baked in pies, or turned into preserves, these seasonal treats are a favorite for their rich flavor and vibrant red hue.
Not currently in season
NJ season: Jun 1 – Jul 15
The brief cherry season signals the beginning of summer fruit abundance in New Jersey.
Culinary uses: Cherries range from sweet and juicy to pleasantly tart, depending on the variety. They are delicious fresh, baked into pies and desserts, made into jams and sauces, or added to salads, pairing well with almonds, dark chocolate, vanilla, citrus, goat cheese, and pork.
Nutrition: Cherries are a good source of vitamin C, potassium, fiber, and antioxidant-rich anthocyanins. Their nutrients help support heart health, muscle recovery, healthy sleep, and overall wellness.
Tart
Pack: 14 lb. flat
Bright red, high-acid Montmorency-type cherries with an intensely sour, complex flavor that's too sharp for casual snacking but extraordinary cooked into pies, preserves, and shrubs.
Sweet Red
Pack: 14 lb. flat
Deep mahogany to black-skinned cherries with firm, sweet, low-acid flesh — sublime fresh-eating and exceptional for preserves, clafoutis, and cocktail garnishes.
Tart
Pack: 1 lb.
Bright red, high-acid Montmorency-type cherries with an intensely sour, complex flavor that's too sharp for casual snacking but extraordinary cooked into pies, preserves, and shrubs.
Sweet Red
Pack: 1 lb.
Deep mahogany to black-skinned cherries with firm, sweet, low-acid flesh — sublime fresh-eating and exceptional for preserves, clafoutis, and cocktail garnishes.
Sweet Red
Pack: 20 lb. case
Deep mahogany to black-skinned cherries with firm, sweet, low-acid flesh — sublime fresh-eating and exceptional for preserves, clafoutis, and cocktail garnishes.