Clafoutis

The image you uploaded appears to be a delicious clafoutis, a classic French dessert. The dish is baked in an oval-shaped glass dish, and the clafoutis has a golden-brown crust with a slightly raised, uneven surface. The texture looks soft and spongy, characteristic of this custard-like dessert. Pockets of deep red fruit, likely cherries, peek out from the edges and just beneath the surface, indicating a traditional cherry clafoutis. The edges are slightly darker, giving a caramelized finish to the fruit, and the overall golden color is warm and inviting, suggesting it’s fresh from the oven. The sheen on top hints at a rich batter, balanced between being light and creamy, with the cherries providing bursts of flavor.

This baked clafoutis has a rustic charm, blending the creamy batter with the tartness of the fruit in a simple yet elegant presentation. Perfect for serving with a dusting of powdered sugar or a scoop of ice cream on the side.

Here’s a classic Cherry Clafoutis recipe that you can easily make at home:

Ingredients:
1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 cup (240ml) whole milk
1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons melted butter
2 cups fresh cherries (pitted) or frozen, thawed cherries
1-2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions:
Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Butter a 9-inch round or oval baking dish (like the one in the image) and set it aside.

Prepare the Batter:

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and sugar until combined.
In another bowl, whisk the eggs until well beaten. Gradually add the milk, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and melted butter, stirring until smooth.
Slowly whisk the wet ingredients into the flour mixture until you have a smooth batter with no lumps.
Assemble the Clafoutis:

Spread the cherries evenly across the bottom of the buttered baking dish.
Pour the batter over the cherries, making sure they are evenly distributed.

Bake:

Place the dish in the oven and bake for about 35-45 minutes or until the clafoutis is golden brown on top, puffed up, and set in the middle. You can test it by inserting a knife or toothpick into the center, and it should come out clean.

Cool and Dust:

Remove the clafoutis from the oven and let it cool slightly. It will deflate as it cools—this is normal!
Dust with powdered sugar just before serving for a sweet touch.

Serving:
Clafoutis is best served warm, either on its own or with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. The creamy, custardy texture pairs perfectly with the slight tartness of the cherries, making it a simple yet elegant dessert.

Enjoy this delightful French treat!