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**Instructions:**
1. In a saucepan, combine cherries, sugar, water, and lemon juice.
2. Cook over medium heat until the cherries release their juices and the syrup thickens slightly.
3. Remove from heat and carefully add the brandy.
4. Return to the heat and ignite the brandy to flambé. Allow the flames to subside.
5. Serve the cherries and sauce over scoops of vanilla ice cream.([escoffier.edu][2])
*Note: Exercise caution when flambéing. Ensure you have a fire extinguisher nearby and follow safety guidelines.*
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## 🍒 2. Cherry Clafoutis: A Rustic French Delight
**Origin:** Limousin, France([epicurious.com][4])
Clafoutis is a traditional French dessert that combines the simplicity of a custard with the rustic charm of baked fruit. Traditionally made with unpitted black cherries, the dish features a thick batter poured over the fruit and baked until golden. The result is a warm, comforting dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.([homecookingadventure.com][5], [en.wikipedia.org][6])
**Recipe:**
* 1 cup all-purpose flour
* 1/2 cup granulated sugar
* 1/4 teaspoon salt
* 1 cup whole milk
* 3 large eggs
* 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
* 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted
* Powdered sugar for dusting([facebook.com][7], [seriouseats.com][8])
**Instructions:**
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish with butter.
2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt.
3. In another bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
4. Combine the wet and dry ingredients, stirring until smooth.
5. Place the pitted cherries in the prepared baking dish and pour the batter over them.
6. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the clafoutis is puffed and golden.
7. Allow to cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.([seriouseats.com][8])
*Note: For a twist, you can substitute the cherries with other fruits like raspberries or blackberries.*
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## 🍒 3. Classic Cherry Pie: An All-American Favorite
**Origin:** United States([en.wikipedia.org][3])
Cherry pie is a quintessential American dessert, often associated with summer picnics and Fourth of July celebrations. The tartness of fresh cherries balances beautifully with a sweet, flaky crust, creating a dessert that’s both comforting and celebratory.
**Recipe:**
* 4 cups fresh cherries, pitted
* 1 cup granulated sugar
* 2 tablespoons cornstarch
* 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
* 1 tablespoon lemon juice
* 1 tablespoon butter
* 1 package refrigerated pie crusts
**Instructions:**
1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. In a saucepan, combine cherries, sugar, cornstarch, almond extract, and lemon juice.
3. Cook over medium heat until the mixture thickens and becomes bubbly.
4. Remove from heat and stir in butter until melted.
5. Roll out one pie crust and fit it into a pie dish.
6. Pour the cherry filling into the crust.
7. Roll out the second crust and place it over the filling. Trim and crimp the edges.
8. Cut slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
9. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
10. Allow to cool before serving.
*Note: Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for added indulgence.*
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## 🍒 4. Cherry Cheesecake Bars: A Creamy, Fruity Delight
**Origin:** United States([en.wikipedia.org][3])
Cherry cheesecake bars combine the rich, creamy texture of cheesecake with the bright, fruity flavor of cherries. These bars are perfect for gatherings, offering the indulgence of cheesecake in a convenient, portable form.
**Recipe:**
* 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
* 1/4 cup granulated sugar
* 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
[1]: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cherries_jubilee?utm_source=chatgpt.com “Cherries jubilee”
[2]: https://www.escoffier.edu/blog/recipes/auguste-escoffiers-classic-dessert-cherries-jubilee/?utm_source=chatgpt.com “Auguste Escoffier’s Classic Dessert: Cherries Jubilee”
[3]: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_Forest_gateau?utm_source=chatgpt.com “Black Forest gateau”
[4]: https://www.epicurious.com/expert-advice/how-to-make-clafoutis-with-any-kind-of-fruit-article?utm_source=chatgpt.com “How to Make Clafoutis With (Almost) Any Kind of Fruit”
[5]: https://www.homecookingadventure.com/cherry-clafoutis/?utm_source=chatgpt.com “Cherry Clafoutis Recipe – Classic French Cherry Clafoutis”
[6]: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clafoutis?utm_source=chatgpt.com “Clafoutis”
[7]: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2922909007788770/posts/8699531160126497/?utm_source=chatgpt.com “Classic Cherry Delight is a no-bake …”
[8]: https://www.seriouseats.com/cherry-clafoutis-french-dessert-recipe?utm_source=chatgpt.com “Classic Cherry Clafoutis Recipe”
