Ina Garten Cherry Clafoutis

This Ina Garten Cherry Clafoutis is a light and custardy recipe, which includes fresh cherries and almond extract. It’s a classic, foolproof recipe, ready in about 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Ina Garten Cherry Clafoutis Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp unsalted butter
• 2½ cups (12 oz) fresh cherries, pitted
• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup whole or 2% milk
• ¼ cup heavy cream
• ½ cup + 2 Tbsp granulated sugar, divided
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• ¼ tsp kosher salt
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ⅛ tsp almond extract
• Confectioners’ sugar, for dusting (optional)

How To Make Ina Garten Cherry Clafoutis

1. Preheat and prep skillet: Preheat oven to 375°F. Melt butter in a 10-inch ovenproof skillet.
2. Add cherries: Spread the pitted cherries evenly over the bottom of the skillet.
3. Blend the batter: In a blender, combine eggs, milk, cream, ½ cup sugar, flour, salt, vanilla, and almond extract. Blend until smooth.
4. Pour and bake: Pour the batter over the cherries. Bake for 20 minutes.
5. Top with sugar and continue baking: Sprinkle the remaining 2 tablespoons of sugar over the top. Bake for an additional 25–30 minutes, or until the top is golden and the center is set.
6. Cool and serve: Let the clafoutis cool for 15–30 minutes. Dust with powdered sugar before serving if desired.

Recipe Tips

• Do I need to pit the cherries?
  Yes, always pit cherries for clafoutis to make it easier and safer to eat.
• Can I use frozen cherries?
  Yes, but thaw and drain them well before using to prevent excess moisture.
• How to tell when clafoutis is done:
  The center should be set and slightly puffed, and a knife inserted should come out mostly clean.
• Can I make this ahead of time?
  Yes, it’s best served warm or at room temperature and can be made a few hours in advance.

What To Serve With Cherry Clafoutis

This dessert is elegant on its own or enhanced with:

• Whipped cream
• Vanilla ice cream
• Fresh mint leaves
• A dusting of cocoa powder
• Lightly sweetened yogurt

How To Store Cherry Clafoutis

Refrigerate:
Cover and refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the oven or enjoy chilled.

Freeze:
Not recommended, as the custard texture may break when thawed.

Cherry Clafoutis Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 230 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Protein: 6g
• Fat: 10g
• Sugar: 24g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sodium: 140mg

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I use a pie dish instead of a skillet?
Yes, a 9-inch pie dish works well—just grease it with butter before adding the cherries.

Is clafoutis supposed to be wobbly?
Slightly, yes. It firms up as it cools but should not be liquid in the center.

Can I make it dairy-free?
Use plant-based milk and cream alternatives, but note the texture may vary slightly.

How to enhance the almond flavor?
Add a few sliced almonds on top before baking for extra texture and flavor.

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