Clafoutis is the rustic French bake that is halfway between a pancake and a custard, fruit sunk into a soft batter. I use fruit at its ripest so the finished dish tastes sweet rather than sharp.
The French Clafoutis Recipe combines a custard-like batter with fruit, resulting in a dish that’s both airy and rich. It’s simple to prepare and makes for an impressive yet comforting dessert.
Easy Rustic French Clafoutis Recipe
This dessert features a fluffy base filled with vibrant fruit, baked until golden and just set. Ready in about an hour, it serves 6 and is best enjoyed warm, dusted with powdered sugar.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh seasonal fruit (cherries, berries, peaches, etc.)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a 9-inch round pie dish with butter and place the fresh fruit evenly in the bottom.
- Mix Batter: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, flour, sugar, and salt until smooth. Stir in the melted butter.
- Combine: Pour the batter over the arranged fruit in the pie dish, ensuring the fruit is well covered.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown. A toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 6 servings
- Calories: 180kcal
- Fat: 7g
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
Serve it warm so the batter stays soft and the fruit stays juicy.
