Cherry Clafoutis

Name: Cherry Clafoutis
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 2 lbs fresh dark sweet cherries (or jarred, drained), pitted; 1 1/2 cup whole milk; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 3 large eggs; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1 tsp pure vanilla extract; 1/4 tsp almond extract; 1/8 tsp kosher salt; 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened; 2 tbsp powdered sugar (for dusting)

A rustic French baked dessert with whole cherries suspended in a creamy, custardy batter that puffs and sets in the oven, dusted with powdered sugar and served warm from the dish.

60 minEasyServes 6220 cal/serving

FrenchDessertOvenVegetarianLow-SodiumPork-FreeNightshade-Free

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Ingredients

2 lbs fresh dark sweet cherries (or jarred, drained), pitted
1 1/2 cup whole milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
3 large eggs
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1/4 tsp almond extract
1/8 tsp kosher salt
2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
2 tbsp powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 10-inch round baking dish or cast-iron skillet generously with 2 tbsp softened unsalted butter.
2

Whisk together 3 large eggs, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and 1/8 tsp kosher salt in a bowl until pale and slightly thickened. Whisk in 1/2 cup all-purpose flour until smooth.
3

Add 1 1/2 cup whole milk, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1 tsp pure vanilla extract, and 1/4 tsp almond extract and whisk until a smooth, thin batter forms.
4

Arrange the 2 lbs pitted fresh dark sweet cherries (or jarred, drained) in a single layer over the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Pour the batter evenly over the cherries.
5

Bake for 35-40 minutes until the clafoutis is puffed, golden at the edges, and just set in the center when gently shaken.
6

Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes - it will deflate slightly as it cools. Dust generously with 2 tbsp powdered sugar (for dusting) and serve warm directly from the dish.

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Questions

How long does Cherry Clafoutis take?

As written, 60 minutes: 20 of prep and 40 of cooking. The longest single stretch is the hands-off wait in step 5, 40 minutes.

What temperature do I cook Cherry Clafoutis at?

For Cherry Clafoutis, the oven is set to 350 F (about 175 C) in step 1. The longest stretch at that heat is 40 minutes, in step 5.

What can I use instead of powdered sugar in Cherry Clafoutis?

The entry for Cherry Clafoutis calls for 2 tbsp powdered sugar (for dusting). In its place: Blend granulated sugar with a teaspoon of cornstarch per cup until fine.

Can I make Cherry Clafoutis gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Cherry Clafoutis is 1/2 cup all-purpose flour. Swap the flour for a 1-to-1 gluten-free baking blend (where it only thickens a sauce, half as much cornstarch also works). Everything else proceeds as written.

Does Cherry Clafoutis contain tree nuts?

Yes: 1/4 tsp almond extract. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, dairy, eggs and tree nuts. Where the nuts are a garnish or a texture, toasted sunflower or pumpkin seeds stand in. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Cherry Clafoutis?

One serving (the recipe makes 6) is about 220 calories, with 7 g protein, 28 g carbohydrate and 10 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 236 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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