Rustic Door County Cherry and Apple Clafoutis
A simple French-style baked custard featuring tart Door County cherries and fresh apples for a light, fruity dessert. This french-inspired desserts ready in about 55 minutes layers large eggs, whole milk, all-purpose flour 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 180 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
- 1 cup pitted fresh or frozen Door County cherries
- 1 medium apple peeled and thinly sliced Granny Smith apple
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- optional powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter a 9-inch round baking dish with 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, then evenly scatter 1 cup pitted Door County cherries and 1 medium thinly sliced Granny Smith apple over the bottom.
- Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 large eggs, 1 cup whole milk, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/3 cup granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth and slightly frothy.
- Step 3: Pour the custard batter evenly over the fruit in the baking dish. Bake in the center rack for 35-40 minutes until the clafoutis is puffed, golden around the edges, and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Step 4: Let cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Rustic Door County Cherry and Apple Clafoutis take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (15 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 Door County Cherry and Apple 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 Door County Cherry and Apple 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 Door County Cherry and Apple 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 Door County Cherry and Apple 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.
