Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Easy Cherry Clafoutis, a classic French dessert that combines sweet cherries with a light custard-like batter. Perfect for any occasion, this dessert is as simple to make as it is delicious.
Ingredients
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For the Clafoutis:
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups fresh or frozen pitted cherries
For Greasing:
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
For Dusting (optional):
- powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and generously butter a 9-inch round or oval baking dish.
- Prepare the batter: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth. Gradually whisk in the flour to create a thin, pancake-like batter.
- Assemble the clafoutis: Spread the cherries evenly in the prepared baking dish. Pour the batter over the cherries.
- Bake: Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the clafoutis is puffed, set in the center, and golden around the edges.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Dust with powdered sugar just before serving, if desired.
Notes
- This dessert is traditionally made with whole cherries, but you can use pitted for easier eating.
- Frozen cherries work well—just thaw and drain them first.
- Clafoutis is best served warm or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
