Cherry Cobbler

First, wash, pit, and halve the fresh cherries.

In a large bowl, combine the prepared cherries with 1/2 cup of sugar, cornstarch, the juice of half a lemon, and a splash of almond extract. Mix until everything is well combined.

Pour the cherry filling into a 9-inch pie dish or a similar-sized baking dish.

In a separate mixing bowl, prepare the topping by whisking together the all-purpose flour, 1 cup of sugar, and baking powder.

To the dry ingredients, add the egg, another splash of almond extract, and the melted butter.

Whisk the topping ingredients together until a thick, smooth batter forms.

Dollop the batter over the cherry filling and use a spatula to gently spread it into an even layer.

Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 40-45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.

Let the cobbler cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve warm, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.