Classic Cherry Clafoutis

Name: Classic Cherry Clafoutis
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 3 cups Cherries; 1/2 cup Flour; 1/2 cup Sugar; 3 Eggs; 1 cup Crème Fraîche; 1 Vanilla Beans; 1 tsp, zested Lemon; 2 tablespoons, melted Butter; 1/4 teaspoon Salt

A traditional French dessert featuring sweet cherries baked in a rich, flan-like batter. A simple, rustic, and elegant treat perfect for showcasing seasonal fruit.

15mPrep

40mCook

55mTotal

6Servings

9Ingredients

Ingredients

Cherries3 cups
Flour1/2 cup
Sugar1/2 cup
Eggs3
Crème Fraîche1 cup
Vanilla Beans1
Lemon1 tsp, zested
Butter2 tablespoons, melted
Salt1/4 teaspoon

Steps

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Generously butter a 9-inch round baking dish or pie plate.
Wash and pit the cherries, then arrange them in a single layer in the prepared baking dish.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the sugar and eggs until pale and slightly foamy.
Split the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape the seeds into the egg mixture. Whisk in the crème fraîche, melted butter, lemon zest, and salt until smooth.
Gradually add the flour to the wet ingredients, whisking continuously until you have a smooth, thin batter with no lumps.
Pour the batter evenly over the cherries in the baking dish.
Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the clafoutis is puffed, golden brown, and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let it cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. It can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.

Tips

For a more authentic and subtly almond-flavored clafoutis, try baking it with the cherry pits still in. Just be sure to warn your guests!
Let the batter rest for 20-30 minutes before baking. This allows the flour to fully absorb the liquid, resulting in a more tender texture.
Ensure your eggs and crème fraîche are at room temperature for a smoother, better-emulsified batter.