Cherry Clafoutis

Cherry Clafoutis
Cherry Clafoutis might be just the dessert you are searching for. One serving contains 344 calories, 11g of protein, and 15g of fat. This recipe serves 6. Head to the store and pick up cherries, vanillan extract, flour, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 45 minutes. It is a good option if you're following a vegetarian diet.

Instructions

1
Wash and stem the cherries and pit if you prefer; pat dry. In a bowl, toss the cherries with 2 tablespoons of the sugar and the kirsch, more or less as you like to taste. Set aside at room temperature for at least 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
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Preheat the oven to 400°F. 
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3
Generously butter a 9-inch cast-iron skillet or earthenware dish. Scatter the cherries  in the bottom of the dish.
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4
Combine the remaining 6 tablespoons sugar, the eggs, milk, crème fraîche, vanilla, flour, and salt in a blender. Blend to combine thoroughly; strain if necessary to remove any lumps of flour, then whisk back in by hand.
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5
Pour the custard over the cherries.
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Bake the clafoutis for 35 to 40 minutes, until puffy and golden and just set in the middle.
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Sprinkle with toasted almonds and dust with confectioners’ sugar, if you like, before serving.
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DifficultyHard
Ready In45 m.
Servings6
Health Score4
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