Celebrate Cherry Season With These Delicious Desserts

SUMMER CHERRY CLAFOUTIS

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CHOCOLATE CHERRY ICE CREAM SANDWICHES

Sandwich chocolate ice cream with layers of tender cake and sour cherry for a summertime take on a classic Black Forest.

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FRESH CHERRY COMPOTE

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MINI CHERRY GALETTES

Juicy fresh cherries star in this simplified alternative to pie. Make the fruit filling at the last minute, otherwise the sugar will draw out the cherry juices, making assembly messier.

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BRIAN'S SOUR CHERRY PIE

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PLUM & CHERRY COBBLER

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ALMOND CHERRY JAM BARS

Jam-filled treats, like these bars layered with cherry jam, are begging to be enjoyed with a cup of your favourite brew.

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MINI CHERRY COBBLERS

Love the taste of cherry pie, but don't have time for a from-scratch recipe? These super-easy, cute cobblers cut the cooking and prep time in half. Serve warm and topped with a scoop of ice cream.

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BALSAMIC CHERRY AND CARAMELIZED WHITE CHOCOLATE TARTLETS

Baking white chocolate causes the sugar to caramelize, which elevates its rich toffee flavour. Finished with a tart cherry balsamic reduction, this dessert is seriously satisfying.

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CREAMY RICE PUDDING WITH EASY CHERRY COMPOTE

Experts in everyday elegance, Danish people add cherry compote to rich, creamy rice pudding. It’s a match made in heaven. 

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DELECTABLE CHOCOLATE CHERRY ICE CREAM SANDWICHES

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CHERRY-BERRY BANNOCK SHORTCAKES WITH MAPLE TOFFEE SAUCE

This twist on strawberry shortcake uses sweetened mini versions of bannock, a traditional aboriginal bread, in place of the usual biscuits. The maple-kissed toffee sauce adds an extra Canadian touch.

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LAMBIC CHERRY ICE CREAM SUNDAES

Beer takes on a new role in this sweet sauce served over rich ice cream. Choose brightly coloured, shiny cherries and consider investing in a cherry pitter: It makes for less mess and half the work. This sauce calls for kriek (a Dutch word for cherries) lambic beer.

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RHUBARB SOUR CHERRY CRISP

If you use fresh sour cherries, soaking isn't necessary. Serve with our Classic Creme Anglaise.

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CHERRY AND RICOTTA TURNOVERS

Flaky turnovers with a tart cherry and rich ricotta filling are a welcome addition to any table.

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WHITE CHOCOLATE CHERRY TORTE

This elegant torte combines cherries, almonds and smooth white chocolate custard. Make the components ahead of time so it's just a matter of quick assembly before serving.

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GROUND CHERRY GALETTES

Served up in a sweet galette, end-of-summer ground cherries have limitless possibilities—and prove that good things do come in small packages.

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These stunning tarts combine the flavours of two standby recipes: cherry pie and tiramisu.

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THE ULTIMATE CANADIAN CHERRY CHEESECAKE

Classic cheesecake is topped with a chunky sour cherry topping in this dessert favourite. The time it takes to bake on low heat helps keep the filling silky smooth. Cheesecake is easiest to cut when cold, so allow ample refrigerating time before serving.

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CHERRY CHOCOLATE CHUNK BROWNIES

Sweet glacé cherries and vivid pink icing give these sumptuous brownies a nostalgic retro look. Make them a couple of days ahead, then spread on the fruity icing just before serving.

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CHERRY PANINIS

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BLACK FOREST ICE CREAM SANDWICHES

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CHERRY LINZERTORTE BARS

In our easy version of this classic jam-filled dessert, we've replaced the tricky lattice crust with a simple crumble topping. It's every bit as delicious and still allows jam to peek through, but there's no need to roll out your dough and painstakingly weave the strips into a lattice. Just sprinkle and bake!

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THE ULTIMATE CHOCOLATE CRÊPES

These chocolate crepes are delicious on their own, but even better when filled with cherries, sweetened mascarpone and melted dark chocolate, or our other irresistible filling suggestions.

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CHERRY HAND PIES

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