Cherry Clafouti

Vegetarian
Health score
1%
Cherry Clafouti
70 min.
8
224kcal

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If you're seeking the perfect dessert that marries simplicity with elegance, look no further than Cherry Clafouti. This classic French dish is not only a feast for the eyes, but it also tantalizes your taste buds with its rich flavors and delightful textures. Imagine juicy, plump cherries nestled in a creamy custard, all encased in a golden-brown layer that emerges beautifully from the oven. It's truly a dessert that embodies the essence of home baking.

One of the best things about Cherry Clafouti is its versatility. Whether you use fresh cherries in peak season or opt for frozen ones when they're out of reach, you can enjoy this dessert year-round. The process is straightforward and requires minimal effort, making it an excellent choice for both novice and seasoned bakers. In just about 70 minutes, you can create a dish that serves 8, perfect for family gatherings or a sweet ending to a dinner party.

This clafouti is not only vegetarian but also boasts a comforting caloric profile, making it a guilt-free indulgence at just 224 calories per serving. With its delicate balance of protein, carbs, and fat, it’s a dessert that can be part of a well-rounded meal. So grab your mixing bowl, whisk, and cake pan, and get ready to delight your guests with a slice of this elegant and timeless dessert that beautifully showcases the natural sweetness of cherries.

Ingredients

  • pound cherries fresh frozen thawed pitted stemmed drained
  • large eggs 
  • 0.5 cup flour all-purpose
  • 0.3 cup cup heavy whipping cream 
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • 0.8 teaspoon lemon zest finely grated
  • servings powdered sugar 
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • 0.8 teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • cup milk whole

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • cake form

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Butter cake pan orramekins. Arrange cherries in a single layerin pan.
  2. Combine milk and cream in a smallsaucepan; bring just to a simmer overmedium heat. Set aside.
  3. Combine eggs,flour, sugar, lemon zest, vanilla, and salt ina medium bowl; whisk to blend. Graduallywhisk in hot milk mixture; whisk untilcustard is smooth.
  4. Pour custard evenlyover cherries in pan. If necessary, gentlyshake pan to allow custard to settle.
  5. Bake clafouti until custard is set andtop is golden brown, about 30 minutes forramekins and 45-55 minutes for cakepan.
  6. Let cool 3 minutes, then run a knifearound pan sides to loosen clafouti (ifusing a cake pan). Dust top with powderedsugar; cut into wedges and serve.
  7. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories224kcal
Protein10.09%
Fat24.64%
Carbs65.27%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25.64
Glycemic Load
15.31
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
6.0052173241325%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
17.13mg
Pelargonidin
0.15mg
Peonidin
0.85mg
Catechin
2.47mg
Epigallocatechin
0.19mg
Epicatechin
2.84mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.14mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
1.3mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:223.91kcal
11.2%
Fat:6.27g
9.64%
Saturated Fat:3.09g
19.34%
Carbohydrates:37.36g
12.45%
Net Carbohydrates:35.94g
13.07%
Sugar:29.41g
32.68%
Cholesterol:105.06mg
35.02%
Sodium:194.93mg
8.48%
Alcohol:0.13g
100%
Alcohol %:0.11%
100%
Protein:5.77g
11.55%
Selenium:11.25µg
16.07%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.65%
Phosphorus:105.01mg
10.5%
Folate:28.64µg
7.16%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.02%
Vitamin B12:0.4µg
6.65%
Vitamin B5:0.66mg
6.64%
Vitamin A:330.12IU
6.6%
Calcium:65.55mg
6.56%
Potassium:222.84mg
6.37%
Vitamin D:0.95µg
6.36%
Iron:1.03mg
5.7%
Fiber:1.42g
5.69%
Manganese:0.1mg
5.17%
Vitamin C:4.26mg
5.16%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
4.77%
Magnesium:15.21mg
3.8%
Zinc:0.56mg
3.75%
Copper:0.07mg
3.32%
Vitamin B3:0.61mg
3.03%
Vitamin E:0.39mg
2.61%
Vitamin K:1.62µg
1.54%
Source:Epicurious