Tart cherries and dark chocolate come together under a buttery crumble topping in this rustic dessert that feels indulgent without being fussy. Served warm, it’s perfect with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
INGREDIENTS
for cherry filling
4 cups frozen or fresh pitted cherries
½ cup granulated sugar
2 Tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon almond extract
¾ cup chopped dark chocolate or chocolate chunks
for crumble topping
¾ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup brown sugar
½ cup old-fashioned oats
½ teaspoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup cold butter, cubed
METHOD
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly butter a 10-inch cast-iron skillet. In a large bowl, toss cherries with sugar, cornstarch, vanilla, and almond extract. Fold in chocolate. Transfer mixture to prepared skillet.
In another bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, oats, cinnamon, and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly. Sprinkle evenly over cherry mixture.
Bake for 40–45 minutes, until bubbly and golden on top. Let cool slightly before serving. Serve warm, with vanilla ice cream or lightly whipped cream.
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