This dataset contains a curated collection of over 100 cherry-based recipes that showcase the culinary versatility of tart and sweet cherries, with a particular emphasis on Montmorency tart cherries commonly grown in Northern Michigan. Recipes span multiple categories including breakfast, snacks, salads, main dishes, beverages, and desserts. Each recipe includes a structured list of ingredients and step-by-step instructions, with formatting suitable for culinary exploration, food research, and dataset integration. This resource may support applications in food science, nutrition education, culinary arts, and cultural food studies. Compiled by Andy LaPointe, with source attribution to Traverse Bay Farms, a Northern Michigan-based contributor of original recipe content using local Michigan-grown fruit. Provided for educational and non-commercial use.