Easy Creamy Fresh Cherry Clafoutis Recipe Perfect for Summer Desserts
A simple and nostalgic French dessert featuring fresh cherries baked in a creamy vanilla custard, perfect for summer gatherings and easy to prepare in under 45 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Total Time: 45-50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cherries (about 300 g), pitted or unpitted
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- ½ cup granulated sugar (100 g), plus extra for dusting
- ½ cup all-purpose flour (60 g), sifted
- 1 cup whole milk (240 ml), room temperature
- ¼ cup heavy cream (60 ml)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, for greasing the baking dish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly butter a 9-inch (23 cm) baking dish, coating the sides well.
- Prepare the cherries by pitting if desired. Spread the cherries evenly in the buttered baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and granulated sugar until pale and slightly frothy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Whisk in vanilla extract and salt. Gradually sift in the flour and fold gently to avoid lumps, creating a smooth batter.
- Slowly whisk in the whole milk and heavy cream until fully combined and pourable.
- Pour the batter evenly over the cherries in the baking dish.
- Bake on the middle rack for 35-40 minutes until puffed, golden around the edges, and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. The custard should be set but slightly jiggly in the middle.
- Let the clafoutis cool for 10-15 minutes before serving; it will deflate slightly but remain creamy.
- Dust the top with powdered sugar or granulated sugar just before serving.
Notes
Use room temperature eggs and milk for better mixing and texture. Traditional clafoutis uses unpitted cherries for almond flavor, but pitting is recommended for kids. If edges brown too quickly, tent with foil halfway through baking. For gluten-free, substitute flour with almond or oat flour. For dairy-free, use plant-based milk and cream alternatives.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of the
- Calories: 225
- Sugar: 22
- Sodium: 90
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 6
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