Cherry Clafoutis with Powdered Sugar
Delicate, sweet, and beautifully rustic, this Cherry Clafoutis with Powdered Sugar is a classic French-inspired dessert that feels both elegant and comforting. Juicy cherries are baked into a light, custard-like batter and finished with a dusting of powdered sugar for the perfect touch of sweetness.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup whole milk
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Generously butter a shallow baking dish or pie dish.
- Step 2: Wash, pit, and dry the cherries. Spread them evenly across the bottom of the prepared dish.
- Step 3: In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs and granulated sugar until pale and slightly thickened.
- Step 4: Add the milk and vanilla extract, whisking until well combined.
- Step 5: Gradually add the flour and salt, whisking until the batter is smooth and lump-free.
- Step 6: Carefully pour the batter over the cherries, ensuring they are evenly covered.
- Step 7: Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the clafoutis is puffed, lightly golden on top, and set in the center.
- Step 8: Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes. Dust generously with powdered sugar before serving.