In a large mixing bowl or 8-cup measuring cup, whisk egg.
Add flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, milk, and extract; whisk until just combined.
Chop cherries coarsely.
Heat electric grilled to 300 or place large frying pan over medium heat.
Pour approximately 1/3 cup batter onto pan (or whatever size pancake you prefer).
Sprinkle a handful of cherries onto each pancake.
Cook for 3 or 4 minutes, or until bubbles burst and the batter does not fill the hole.
Flip and cook for another 3 minutes on the second side. Pancakes should be golden brown.
Transfer pancakes to plates for eating or store in a 250 degree oven (covered with foil).
Top with butter and syrup, and enjoy!