Chriesi-Chuechli (cherry fritters)

Instructions

1. Pit the cherries and sprinkle them with kirsch. Let them macerate for 15 minutes.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and a pinch of salt.
3. Add the egg and milk, then whisk until you have a smooth, supple batter that coats the spoon.
4. Heat the frying oil to 175 °C in a deep saucepan.
5. Drain the cherries and gently fold them into the batter.
6. Drop spoonfuls of the cherry batter into the oil, 3 or 4 at a time, and fry for 3 to 4 minutes, turning them over.
7. Drain on paper towels.
8. Dust with icing sugar and serve warm.