Description
This Rustic Cherry Clafoutis is a classic French-inspired dessert made with juicy fresh cherries baked in a light, custardy batter flavored with vanilla and lemon zest. It’s simple, elegant, and perfect for summer gatherings or cozy family dinners. The texture sits somewhere between a pancake and a baked custard, creating a soft, golden dessert that feels both comforting and refined.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500 g fresh cherries, pitted
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 100 g granulated sugar (1/2 cup)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 120 ml whole milk (1/2 cup)
- 120 ml heavy cream (1/2 cup)
- 60 g all-purpose flour (1/2 cup)
- 1 tablespoon melted butter (plus extra for greasing)
- 1 pinch salt
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and generously butter a 9-inch round baking dish.
- Spread the pitted cherries evenly across the bottom of the prepared dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar until smooth and slightly pale.
- Add vanilla extract and lemon zest, then whisk to combine.
- Pour in the milk and heavy cream and stir gently.
- Sift in the flour and add the salt, whisking until the batter is smooth with no lumps.
- Stir in the melted butter until just combined.
- Pour the batter evenly over the cherries.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes, until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
- Allow to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar and serving.
Notes
Use ripe, sweet cherries for the best flavor. If fresh cherries are unavailable, frozen cherries (thawed and drained) work well. Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the texture light and custardy. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat gently in the oven at 160°C (320°F). Serve slightly warm for the best taste and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 95 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg