Ingredients
Recipe for 4 people.
🍒 500 g of black cherries (burlat type) | 🥚 4 eggs |
🌾 75 g of flour | 🍬 100 g of powdered sugar |
💧 30 cl of milk | 🧂 1 pinch of salt |
🧈 Butter for the mold | 🍬 20 g of extra sugar for the mold |
Utensils
🍽️ Baking dish | 🥄 Wooden spatula |
🍳 Mixing bowl | ⚖️ Kitchen scale |
🥛 Measuring cup | 🔪 Knife |
🎛️ Whisk | 🧤 Oven mitts |
Step-by-Step Preparation
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 40 minutes
Rest time: 0 minutes
Total time: 55 minutes
Necessary ingredients:
– 500 g of black cherries
– 4 eggs
– 100 g of powdered sugar
– 75 g of flour
– 30 cl of milk
– Butter for the mold
– 1 pinch of salt
STEP 1 :
Preheat your oven to 180°C to prepare an ideal environment for baking the clafoutis.
STEP 2 :
Generously butter a baking dish to prevent the clafoutis from sticking during cooking.
STEP 3 :
Wash and pit the cherries, then evenly arrange them at the bottom of the dish.
STEP 4 :
In a large bowl, beat the eggs with the sugar until you obtain a frothy and homogeneous mixture.
STEP 5 :
Incorporate the flour and the pinch of salt, then mix gently to avoid lumps.
STEP 6 :
Add the milk gradually while continuing to stir to obtain a smooth and creamy batter.
STEP 7 :
Carefully pour the mixture over the cherries in the buttered dish to cover them well.
STEP 8 :
Put the dish in the oven and let it bake for about 40 minutes until the clafoutis is golden.
STEP 9 :
Check the cooking by inserting a knife in the center, it should come out clean.
The traditional clafoutis with cherries is much more than just a dessert: it is a true French institution, bringing joy to families for generations. Its soft texture and authentic taste reflect the simplicity of the ingredients used, such as fresh cherries, flour, eggs, and milk. This easy-to-make dessert allows everyone to add a touch of nostalgia to their gastronomic table.
Whether you choose to serve this clafoutis during a festive meal or as a treat in everyday life, it will delight your guests’ taste buds. Don’t hesitate to accompany it with a scoop of ice cream or a light cream for even more enjoyment.