Easy Cherry Clafoutis
A light, custard-like baked dessert featuring sweet cherries suspended in a silky vanilla batter. Simple to make yet elegant enough for guests, this French-inspired treat is perfect served warm or chilled with a dusting of powdered sugar.
Ingredients
- 500 g cherries
- 4 eggs
- 100 g sugar
- 150 ml milk
- 150 ml cream 20-35%
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 80 g flour
- 10 g butter for greasing the pan
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (360°F).
- Grease a 22–24 cm (8–9 inch) round baking dish with butter and lightly dust it with flour.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Add flour and mix until smooth.
- Gradually pour in the milk and cream, mixing until the batter is fully blended.
- Spread the pitted cherries evenly in the prepared baking dish. Here's a guide on how to pit cherries fast & efficient.
- Pour the batter over the cherries and bake for about 30-45 minutes (or until golden and set in the center).
Notes
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