French Clafouti

Indulge in the rustic charm of a classic French Clafouti, a dessert that beautifully balances simplicity and elegance. This delightful treat features juicy, fresh cherries nestled beneath a golden, custard-like batter, creating a harmonious blend of sweet and creamy textures. Made with pantry staples like eggs, milk, and flour, the batter comes together quickly, making this dessert as easy to prepare as it is impressive. Baked to a golden puff and finished with a light dusting of powdered sugar, this clafouti is perfect as a centerpiece for brunch, a casual dessert, or a special occasion dish. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a true taste of the French countryside. Whether you're looking for a show-stopping dessert or a comforting homemade treat, this French Clafouti recipe is sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 15 grams unsalted butter
• 500 grams fresh cherries (pitted)
• 100 grams granulated sugar
• 100 grams all-purpose flour
• 1 pinch salt
• 240 milliliters whole milk
• 60 milliliters heavy cream
• 4 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 10 grams powdered sugar (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and lightly grease a 9-inch (23 cm) round baking dish or pie pan with the unsalted butter.

Step 2

Spread the pitted cherries evenly across the base of the prepared baking dish and set aside.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, and a pinch of salt until well combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs until they are fully beaten and slightly frothy.

Step 5

Gradually add the milk, heavy cream, and vanilla extract to the eggs, whisking until smooth.

Step 6

Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, whisking continually to avoid lumps, until a smooth batter forms.

Step 7

Pour the batter over the cherries in the prepared baking dish, ensuring the cherries are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 8

Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the clafouti is puffed, golden brown, and set in the center. A knife inserted into the center should come out clean.

Step 9

Remove the clafouti from the oven and let it cool slightly. The puffed custard will deflate as it cools, which is normal.

Step 10

Dust the clafouti with powdered sugar before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1237.1 grams (1237.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1851

Total Fat 62.80g	81%
Saturated Fat 30.50g	153%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 867mg	289%
Sodium 538mg	23%
Total Carbohydrate 282.30g	103%
Dietary Fiber 13.20g	47%
Total Sugars 186.70g
Protein 48.00g	96%

Vitamin D 269IU	1344%
Calcium 499mg	38%
Iron 10mg	58%
Potassium 1877mg	40%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.0%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 59.9%