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Cherry Clafoutis

Plump, juicy, sweet cherries are enveloped in a rich batter and baked until golden brown with a texture that's a cross between a cake and custard.  This famous French dessert is heaven!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 298 kcal
Course: Dessert , Breakfast
Cuisine: French

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 3 large eggs , room temperature
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon quality pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon quality pure almond extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups cherries , pitted (fresh or frozen; if frozen thaw and drain completely)
  • powdered (confectioner's) sugar for sprinkling

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.  Butter a 1 1/2 quart baking dish.Place the cherries in the bottom of the baking dish.Put all remaining ingredients (except for the powdered sugar) in a blender and blend until smooth. Pour the batter over the cherries, place the baking dish on the middle oven rack, and bake for 30-40 minutes until the top is a rich golden brown, the clafoutis is set but still slightly jiggly. Remove it from the oven and let it cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with powdered sugar.  Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla custard.

Nutrition Information

Calories 298kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 38g (13%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Cholesterol 122mg (41%) Sodium 183mg (8%) Potassium 250mg (7%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 27g (54%) Vitamin A 621IU (12%) Vitamin C 5mg (6%) Calcium 69mg (7%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 298

% Daily Value*

Calories 298kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 38g 13%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Cholesterol 122mg 41%
Sodium 183mg 8%
Potassium 250mg 5%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 27g 54%
Vitamin A 621IU 12%
Vitamin C 5mg 6%
Calcium 69mg 7%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.