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Easy Rustic Sour Cherry Clafoutis

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A simple, rustic clafoutis bursting with tart sour cherries and a creamy custard base, perfect for summer desserts. This easy recipe comes together quickly and is forgiving for all skill levels.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (225g) fresh sour cherries, pitted (or thawed frozen cherries, drained)
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup (240ml) whole milk (can substitute cream or half-and-half for richness)
  • ½ cup (65g) all-purpose flour (or almond flour/gluten-free blend for gluten-free option)
  • ⅓ cup (65g) granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 tbsp (30g) unsalted butter, softened (for greasing)
  • Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your baking dish generously with the softened butter.
  2. Pit the sour cherries if fresh. If using frozen, thaw and drain any excess liquid. Spread the cherries evenly in the bottom of the baking dish.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and granulated sugar until pale and slightly frothy, about 2 minutes.
  4. Add vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Gradually whisk in the flour to avoid lumps until the batter is thick but smooth.
  5. Slowly pour in the milk while whisking continuously until fully combined. The batter should be pourable but not watery.
  6. Pour the batter evenly over the cherries in the baking dish. Gently tap the dish on the counter to settle the batter around the fruit.
  7. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until puffed, golden around the edges, and set in the center. A toothpick inserted should come out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Remove from oven and let cool slightly. The clafoutis will deflate a bit but remain custardy. Dust with powdered sugar if desired before serving.

Notes

If the top browns too quickly, tent loosely with foil halfway through baking. Don’t overwhisk eggs to avoid excessive puffing and collapsing. Batter should be poured immediately after mixing to prevent thickening. Leaving some cherry pits is fine but warn guests. For dairy-free, substitute milk and butter with plant-based alternatives.

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Keywords: clafoutis, sour cherry, summer dessert, easy dessert, rustic dessert, cherry clafoutis, quick dessert, custard dessert

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