Meggyleves (Chilled Hungarian Sour Cherry Soup)

Meggyleves is a traditional Hungarian chilled sour cherry soup that is especially refreshing on warm days. Made with tart cherries, a lightly sweetened creamy broth, and a touch of cinnamon and lemon, this unique Hungarian dish can be served as a starter, a light dessert, or a refreshing summer treat.

Ingredients

• 4 cups pitted sour cherries, fresh or frozen
• 4 cups water
• ½ cup granulated sugar, or to taste
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 3–4 whole cloves
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt