Rustic Black Forest Cherry Clafoutis
A traditional French dessert with a nod to the Black Forest region near Baden-Württemberg, featuring fresh tart cherries baked in a delicate vanilla custard. This french-inspired desserts ready in about 50 minutes layers pitted fresh cherries, large eggs, granulated sugar 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, pitted fresh cherries
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp, melted butter
- for dusting powdered sugar
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly butter a 9-inch round baking dish.
- Step 2: Spread 2 cups pitted fresh cherries evenly in the bottom of the dish.
- Step 3: In a mixing bowl, whisk together 3 large eggs and 1/2 cup granulated sugar until smooth and pale.
- Step 4: Add 1/2 cup all-purpose flour and 1/4 tsp salt to the eggs and sugar, whisking until fully incorporated.
- Step 5: Gradually whisk in 1 cup whole milk, 2 tbsp melted butter, and 1 tsp vanilla extract until the batter is smooth with no lumps.
- Step 6: Pour the batter evenly over the cherries in the baking dish and bake for 35-40 minutes until the clafoutis is puffed, golden around the edges, and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Step 7: Let cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar before serving warm or at room temperature.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Rustic Black Forest Cherry Clafoutis take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (10 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Rustic Black Forest Cherry Clafoutis?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Rustic Black Forest Cherry Clafoutis?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Rustic Black Forest Cherry Clafoutis for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Rustic Black Forest Cherry Clafoutis?
French desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
