Easy Fresh Cherry Clafoutis
A simple and elegant French dessert featuring fresh cherries baked in a tender, custardy batter. Perfect for summer evenings and quick to prepare.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Total Time: 50-55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (300 grams) fresh cherries, pitted
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar, plus extra for sprinkling
- 3/4 cup (90 grams) all-purpose flour (can substitute almond flour for gluten-free)
- 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk, room temperature (can substitute oat milk for dairy-free)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened (for greasing)
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your baking dish generously with the softened butter.
- Wash and pit about 2 cups (300 grams) of fresh cherries. Pat them dry with a towel to avoid excess moisture.
- In a medium bowl, whisk the 3 large eggs with 1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar until pale and slightly frothy, about 2 minutes.
- Sift 3/4 cup (90 grams) flour and a pinch of salt into the egg mixture. Whisk gently until smooth and lump-free.
- Slowly add 1 cup (240 ml) milk while whisking continuously. Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Arrange the cherries evenly in the bottom of the greased baking dish. Pour the batter over the cherries, spreading gently to cover all the fruit.
- Sprinkle a tablespoon of granulated sugar evenly over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until puffed and golden around the edges with a slight jiggle in the center.
- Remove from oven and let cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for best texture. Avoid overmixing after adding flour to prevent toughness. If edges brown too quickly, tent with foil halfway through baking. Fresh cherries are preferred for best texture; thaw and drain frozen cherries well if used. Sprinkle sugar on top before baking for a caramelized crust. Can be served warm or at room temperature, and pairs well with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of the
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 70
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 6
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