Easy Fresh Cherry Clafoutis Recipe with Almond Extract
A quick and easy French dessert featuring fresh cherries suspended in a tender, custardy batter with a subtle almond aroma, perfect for summer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Total Time: 45-50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (300g) fresh cherries, pitted
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup (240ml) whole milk (can substitute almond or oat milk for dairy-free)
- 1/2 cup (65g) all-purpose flour (can substitute almond flour or gluten-free blend)
- 1/3 cup (65g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons (28g) unsalted butter, melted
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Butter the baking dish generously using melted butter and a pastry brush or paper towel.
- Pit about 2 cups (300g) of fresh cherries and toss them lightly in a teaspoon of flour to prevent sinking.
- In a large bowl, whisk 3 large eggs with 1/3 cup (65g) sugar until pale and slightly fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in 1 teaspoon almond extract, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
- Slowly whisk in 1 cup (240ml) whole milk and 2 tablespoons (28g) melted butter until combined.
- Sift 1/2 cup (65g) all-purpose flour into the wet mixture and whisk gently until smooth and pourable.
- Pour the batter into the prepared dish, arranging the floured cherries evenly across the bottom so they remain suspended.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until puffed and light golden brown around the edges; a toothpick inserted near the center should come out clean but moist.
- Cool slightly for 10-15 minutes before serving to allow custardy texture to develop.
- Dust with powdered sugar just before serving, if desired.
Notes
Flour the cherries before mixing to prevent sinking. Let the clafoutis cool before cutting to maintain structure. Adjust batter consistency with extra milk if too thick. Use a metal tart pan for crispier edges. Can substitute dairy and gluten ingredients for dietary needs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1/6 of the dis
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 90
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 28
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 6
Keywords: cherry clafoutis, almond extract, summer dessert, easy dessert, French dessert, baked custard, fresh cherries