Classic French Clafoutis with Cherries and Almond Extract

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-02 · Updated 2026-05-02

A tender custard-baked clafoutis bursting with fresh cherries and a hint of almond extract, perfect for a rustic yet elegant dessert. This French-inspired recipe, ready in about 55 minutes, layers fresh cherries, pitted, large eggs, whole milk into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 6, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted
• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp almond extract
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• optional, 1 tbsp powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter a 9-inch round baking dish with 2 tbsp unsalted butter, then evenly scatter 2 cups pitted fresh cherries on the bottom.
2. Step 2: In a mixing bowl, whisk together 3 large eggs, 1/3 cup granulated sugar, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and 1/2 tsp almond extract until smooth and pale.
3. Step 3: Gradually whisk in 1/2 cup all-purpose flour until fully incorporated without lumps, then slowly add 1 cup whole milk, continuing to whisk until the batter is smooth.
4. Step 4: Pour the batter over the cherries in the baking dish and bake for 35-40 minutes until set and golden around the edges.
5. Step 5: Let cool slightly, then dust with 1 tbsp powdered sugar if desired before serving warm or at room temperature.