Ingredients
3-1/2 cups fresh dark sweet cherries, pitted1 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup plus 1/2 cup sugar, divided1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup fat-free milk3 tablespoons butter, melted1 tablespoon cornstarch1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon3/4 cup boiling water1 teaspoon almond extract
Preparation
Preheat oven to 350°. Place cherries in an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray.
In a small bowl, mix flour, 1/4 cup sugar, baking powder and salt. Add milk and melted butter; stir in just until moistened. Spread over cherries.
In another bowl, mix cornstarch, cinnamon and remaining sugar; sprinkle over batter. Mix boiling water and almond extract; pour slowly over top. Bake, uncovered, 45-50 minutes or until top is golden brown and filling is bubbly. Serve warm.
