Almond Pear Clafouti

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 16
Delicious Almond Pear Clafouti recipe for a sweet treat
in Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

1 Star2 Stars3 Stars4 Stars5 Stars
Loading...

Ingredients

4 ripe pears , peeled , cored , and sliced
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3/4 cup sliced blanched almond
3/4 cup milk
1/2 cup unsalted butter , melted and cooled
3 large eggs , beaten
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
3/4 cup self-rising cake flour
1/2 cup sugar , plus
2 tablespoons sugar
1 pinch salt

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
444
Sugar
29g
Fat
28g
Almond Pear Clafouti is a classic French dessert that originated in the Limousin region of central France. The dish is traditionally made with black cherries, but this recipe replaces them with pears, creating a delicious seasonal dessert to share with family and friends. The warm and gooey clafouti is perfect for a cozy night in or as a dessert after a dinner party. It is easy to make and can be served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or lightly whipped cream.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 400°F and grease a 10-inch round baking dish.
2.In a large bowl, toss pears with lemon juice and 2 tablespoons of sugar. Set aside.
3.In another bowl, whisk together almonds, milk, butter, eggs, vanilla extract, almond extract, flour, remaining sugar, and salt until just combined.
4.Pour mixture and pears into the prepared dish and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and set.
5.Let cool for 5 minutes, and serve warm with whipped cream or ice cream.

PROS

This dessert is easy to make and is a perfect treat for a sweet tooth.

Almonds and pears are a great combination, adding a nice crunch and sweetness to the clafouti.

CONS

The recipe calls for a significant amount of butter and can be high in calories and fat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dessert may not be the healthiest option, almonds are rich in healthy fats and protein, and pears are a great source of dietary fiber.
Additionally, almond extract has been shown to have antioxidant properties, which may help reduce the risk of heart disease and other chronic conditions.

Print

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published.