Cherry-Almond Clafouti

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 0
Cherry-Almond Clafouti Recipe for a Classic French Dessert
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Prep

10 min

Cook

30-35 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3/4 cup whole milk
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
4 teaspoons cognac ( optional ) or 4 teaspoons brandy ( optional )
confectioners ' sugar , for sprinkling
2 tablespoons roasted sliced almonds , for garnish ( optional )
12 ounces large fresh pitted cherries or 12 ounces frozen cherries , thawed and drained
1/4 cup sugar
3 tablespoons sliced almonds
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 pinch salt
3 large eggs , plus
1 egg yolk

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
270
Sugar
21g
Fat
13g
Cherry-Almond Clafouti is a popular dessert in France that is traditionally made with sour cherries. The dessert is simple to make and can be baked in just 30-35 minutes. The dessert is similar to a custard but has a lighter and fluffier texture. The almonds give the dessert a nutty flavor and a crunchy texture which compliments well with cherries. This recipe uses sweet cherries but can be substituted with sour cherries as well.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F/190°C.
2.Grease a 9-inch pie dish with butter.
3.Whisk together sugar, flour, and salt in a medium bowl.
4.In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, egg yolk, milk, almond extract, and cognac/brandy until well combined.
5.Slowly whisk the flour mixture into the egg mixture until smooth.
6.Pour the batter into the prepared pie dish.
7.Arrange cherries on top of the batter, distributing them evenly.
8.Sprinkle sliced almonds over the cherries.
9.Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the clafouti is golden brown and set.
10.Let cool for 10 minutes before dusting with confectioners' sugar and serving. Enjoy!

PROS

Cherry-Almond Clafouti is a classic French dessert that is light, fluffy, and bursting with fruity flavors.

It’s easy to make and perfect for entertaining guests.

The dessert is best served warm or at room temperature.

CONS

The clafouti can be a bit runny if not baked long enough.

Over-baking can lead to a dry and tough texture.

Cognac/brandy is optional in this recipe but it enhances the flavor.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dessert is not particularly healthy as it is high in sugar and fat.
However, cherries are a good source of vitamin C and dietary fiber which help boost the immune system and aid in digestion.

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