Description
This Cherry Clafoutis is a classic French dessert featuring fresh cherries baked in a delicate, custard-like batter. With its golden puffed top and tender inside, this easy-to-make dish combines the sweetness of cherries with a light vanilla-flavored batter, perfect for a cozy dessert or brunch treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted and halved
Batter
- 1 cup milk (whole or 2%)
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Other
- 2 tablespoons butter (for greasing the dish)
- Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it is at the correct temperature for baking the clafoutis evenly.
- Prepare Cherries: Wash the cherries thoroughly, remove the pits, and cut them in half. Spread them evenly in a butter-greased baking dish to create a bed for the batter.
- Make Batter: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and frothy. Then add milk, vanilla extract, and salt, and whisk until smooth. Gradually add the flour while whisking to avoid lumps, resulting in a smooth batter.
- Combine: Pour the prepared batter evenly over the cherries in the baking dish, making sure the cherries are well covered by the batter.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 35 to 40 minutes until the clafoutis is puffed, golden brown on top, and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the clafoutis to cool for a few minutes after baking. Dust with powdered sugar if desired, then serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- You can use frozen cherries if fresh ones are not available, but thaw and drain them well before use.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute milk with almond or oat milk, but this may slightly change the texture.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep it light and fluffy.
- Clafoutis can be served with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for added indulgence.
- Ensure cherries are pitted properly to avoid any biting into pits, which can be unpleasant and unsafe.
