Sweet, sour and tart, ripe cherries are a fantastic little luxury come summertime.
Cherry season in the UK typically lasts from mid-June to mid-September, so freeze the ripest berries ahead of the colder months for next-level winter crumbles. Paired with rich chocolate or roasted pork chops, there’s so much you can do with this versatile fruit. Here are our cherry-picked recipes for you to enjoy all year round.
This delicious cherry chocolate mousse is dark, creamy and drizzled with a sweet syrup. Just 5 ingredients and ready in 30 minutes, it’s a brilliant little dessert number.
![Cherry chard wild rice](https://img.jamieoliver.com/jamieoliver/recipe-database/xtra_med/53051818.jpg?tr=w-399)
For a savoury spin, sour cherries, walnuts and salty feta really take this wild rice dish to the next level. Just 5 ingredients and on the table in less than 30 minutes – joy!
![Cherry flans](https://img.jamieoliver.com/jamieoliver/recipe-database/xtra_med/46264571.jpg?tr=w-399)
This impressive cherry flan recipe is absolutely delicious – juicy fruit complements the smooth flan, sticky caramel; and there’s a lovely hint of Kirsch.
![Cherry clafoutis](https://img.jamieoliver.com/jamieoliver/recipe-database/xtra_med/46258007.jpg?tr=w-399)
Taking inspiration from the classic French dish, this cheery summer pudding is surprisingly easy to master and sure to impress your friends.
![Cherry brownies](https://img.jamieoliver.com/jamieoliver/recipe-database/xtra_med/46256698.jpg?tr=w-399)
Sweet cherries, crunchy pecans and bitter chocolate combine in these delightful cherry brownies – a super easy brownie recipe that makes the perfect gift.
![Pork chops with quick cherry chutney](https://img.jamieoliver.com/jamieoliver/recipe-database/xtra_med/E8UeZi6zKt2BIm15Q2c0hQ.jpg?tr=w-399)
Use up a glut of cherries in a quick chutney to perfectly complement tender pork chops or slow-roasted pork belly. Serve with roasted fennel and buttery new potatoes for quintessential British fare.
![Frozen fruit & almond crumble](https://img.jamieoliver.com/jamieoliver/recipe-database/xtra_med/89248402.jpg?tr=w-399)
Stash a batch of cherries in the freezer and turn them into a beautiful crumble in the cooler months. This mixed-fruit crumble recipe is full of berries, cherries and flaked almonds for Bakewell tart vibes! Just add custard.