Cherry Clafoutis – French Classic Dessert

If you're looking for a simple, yet elegant dessert, this Cherry Clafoutis is the answer. A classic French dish, this custard-like dessert is made with fresh cherries and a lightly sweet batter that bakes into a deliciously smooth, slightly puffed texture. It's the perfect balance between a fruit-filled treat and a rich, custardy dessert!

Ingredients:

2 cups (300g) fresh cherries, pitted
1 tablespoon butter, for greasing the pan
1/3 cup (40g) all-purpose flour
1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup (240ml) whole milk
1 tablespoon powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 9-inch (23 cm) round baking dish with butter.
Prepare the cherries:
Spread the pitted cherries evenly in the prepared baking dish.
Make the batter:
In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt.
In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, vanilla extract, and milk.
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, whisking until smooth.
Pour the batter:
Pour the batter evenly over the cherries in the baking dish. The cherries should be mostly submerged, but some will rise to the top during baking.
Bake:
Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the clafoutis is puffed and golden around the edges. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean.
Cool and serve:
Let the clafoutis cool for a few minutes before dusting with powdered sugar.
Serve warm or at room temperature.