Cherry-Almond Clafouti

Vegetarian
Health score
3%
Cherry-Almond Clafouti
45 min.
6
209kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Cherry-Almond Clafouti, a classic French dessert that is sure to impress your family and friends. This vegetarian treat combines the sweetness of dark cherries with the nutty essence of almonds, creating a harmonious blend that dances on your palate. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can easily whip up this elegant dish for any occasion, whether it's a cozy family dinner or a festive gathering.

What makes this clafouti truly special is its light and airy texture, achieved by whisking together fresh eggs and creamy whole milk, resulting in a custard-like base that envelops the juicy cherries. The subtle hint of almond extract elevates the flavor profile, making each bite a delightful experience. Plus, with only 209 calories per serving, you can enjoy this dessert guilt-free!

Perfectly baked to a golden hue, this clafouti can be prepared ahead of time, allowing you to spend more time with your guests and less time in the kitchen. Once cooled, a light dusting of powdered sugar adds a touch of elegance, making it a stunning centerpiece for your dessert table. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this exquisite Cherry-Almond Clafouti, and savor the sweet moments together!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup flour 
  • 0.5 teaspoon almond extract 
  • large eggs room temperature
  • servings powdered sugar 
  • pinch salt 
  • tablespoon sugar 
  • cups cherries dark sweet pitted halved
  • ounces almonds whole
  • 1.3 cups milk whole

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • sieve
  • hand mixer
  • pie form

Directions

  1. Blend almonds in processor until ground but not pasty.
  2. Transfer to small saucepan; add milk and bring to simmer.
  3. Remove from heat; let steep 30 minutes.
  4. Pour through fine strainer, pressing on solids to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard solids in strainer.
  5. Preheat oven to 375°F. Butter 10-inch-diameter glass pie dish; sprinkle with 1 tablespoon sugar. Scatter cherries evenly over bottom of dish.
  6. Using electric mixer, beat eggs, almond extract, salt, and remaining 1/2 cup sugar in medium bowl until well blended.
  7. Add strained almond milk and beat to blend. Sift flour into egg mixture and beat until smooth.
  8. Pour mixture over cherries.
  9. Bake until set and knife inserted into center comes out clean, about 30 minutes. Cool completely.
  10. Can be made 6 hours ahead.
  11. Let stand at room temperature. Lightly dust clafouti with powdered sugar and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories209kcal
Protein14.6%
Fat37.13%
Carbs48.27%

Properties

Glycemic Index
35.85
Glycemic Load
6.67
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
8.6743477997573%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
14.13mg
Pelargonidin
0.12mg
Peonidin
0.69mg
Catechin
2.13mg
Epigallocatechin
0.4mg
Epicatechin
2.36mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.02mg
Eriodictyol
0.02mg
Naringenin
0.04mg
Isorhamnetin
0.27mg
Kaempferol
0.15mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
1.09mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:208.68kcal
10.43%
Fat:8.87g
13.65%
Saturated Fat:2.11g
13.2%
Carbohydrates:25.95g
8.65%
Net Carbohydrates:23.66g
8.6%
Sugar:18.71g
20.79%
Cholesterol:99.1mg
33.03%
Sodium:61.69mg
2.68%
Alcohol:0.11g
100%
Alcohol %:0.1%
100%
Protein:7.85g
15.69%
Vitamin B2:0.34mg
19.72%
Vitamin E:2.74mg
18.28%
Phosphorus:161.6mg
16.16%
Selenium:10.85µg
15.51%
Manganese:0.29mg
14.69%
Calcium:108.85mg
10.88%
Magnesium:40.86mg
10.22%
Fiber:2.29g
9.15%
Vitamin B12:0.5µg
8.28%
Potassium:288.4mg
8.24%
Copper:0.15mg
7.59%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.41%
Vitamin B5:0.73mg
7.32%
Vitamin D:1.06µg
7.06%
Folate:27.28µg
6.82%
Iron:1.2mg
6.68%
Zinc:0.9mg
5.97%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.57%
Vitamin A:246.88IU
4.94%
Vitamin B3:0.79mg
3.97%
Vitamin C:3.22mg
3.9%
Vitamin K:1.21µg
1.15%
Source:Epicurious