Description
Elegant, comforting, and delightfully French, this Easy Cherry Clafoutis is one of those rare desserts that strikes the perfect balance between rustic and refined.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (for greasing the dish)
- 2 cups fresh or frozen sweet cherries, pitted
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup whole milk (or half-and-half for a richer texture)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon almond extract (optional, enhances cherry flavor)
- Pinch of salt
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat and prep
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Butter your baking dish generously and set aside.
Step 2: Arrange the cherries
If using fresh cherries, pit them and pat dry. If using frozen, thaw and drain well. Spread the cherries evenly in the prepared baking dish.
Step 3: Blend the batter
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until pale and frothy. Add the flour, milk, vanilla extract, almond extract (if using), and salt. Whisk until smooth. You can also use a blender to make this step even quicker.
Step 4: Pour and bake
Pour the batter gently over the cherries. Transfer the dish to the oven and bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the clafoutis is puffed, golden, and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Step 5: Cool and serve
Allow the clafoutis to cool for 10–15 minutes. Dust with powdered sugar before serving warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Dust with powdered sugar right before serving
- Add a dollop of whipped cream or Greek yogurt
- Serve with a side of fresh berries or a light fruit compote
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 40
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6–8
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 18g
- Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
Keywords: Easy Cherry Clafoutis