Cherry pit oil

Cherry pit oil, also referred to as cherry kernel oil,^[1] is a seed oil that is derived from the pits of cherries. It is used for culinary purposes as a flavorant, as a fragrance and as an ingredient in cosmetics, such as lipstick.^[2][3][4][5]

Properties

The oil has a brownish to yellow color in its natural state, and after it is purified, its color is pale golden.^[1] It has been described as having a "nutty" odor.^[1]

Culinary uses

Culinary uses of cherry pit oil include serving as a flavorant in beverages, ice cream and condiments.^[2]