What Are Black currants and How Can I Use Them?

Black currants rewards a little know-how: how to choose them, cook them, store them, and substitute in a pinch. Browse 8 recipes to cook with them.

Recipes using black currants

There are 8 recipes that contain this ingredient.

Apple & Black Currant Scones

Apple and black currant scones with dried apple chunks, tart currants, and a hearty whole wheat plus wheat germ base. High-fiber, lower-fat scones with deep flavor and a crisp golden top.

Grilled Venison Chop with Chestnut Twice Baked Potato

Grilled Venison Chop with Chestnut Twice Baked Potato recipe

Basic Rum Pot Fruit Recipe

Traditional German Rumtopf: a layered preserve of summer fruits, sugar, and rum that builds up over the season and matures into a boozy Christmas dessert by winter.

Black Currant Tea & Cassis Brownies

Black currant tea brownies layer cassis-infused fudge squares with a glossy berry preserve and a silky black currant tea ganache. A boozy, perfumed showstopper.

Black Currant & Red Currant Tarts

Individual wholemeal shortcrust tarts bursting with black and red currants sweetened with honey. A proper British bake that's tart, fruity, and rustic, with optional whipped cream and glacé cherry garnish.

Blackcurrant Muffins

Light, tender muffins studded with tart blackcurrants and a touch of wheat germ for nutty depth. Mixed by hand, baked in 20 minutes, and brilliant with a cup of tea or a morning coffee.

Salt-Crusted Currant Pecan Rye Bread

Salt-crusted rye bread studded with pecans, currants, and caraway seeds. Inspired by the Inn at Little Washington, this artisan loaf pairs with cheese and smoked salmon.

Light Lemon Mousse Terrine

Frozen lemon mousse terrine with whipped cream, beaten egg whites, and gelatin, sliced and served with a vibrant black currant sauce. Light, elegant, and make-ahead friendly.

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