Definitions

1. noun

A type of cherry plum, Prunus cerasifera, native to Europe and Western Asia.

“The griotte cherry plum is a popular choice for jams and preserves in French cuisine.”

2. noun

In French cuisine, griotte is also a term used to refer to a small, sweet cherry plum used in desserts.

“Griotte is a key ingredient in traditional French desserts such as griotte tart and griotte ice cream.”