Sheet Pan Chocolate Cherry Clafoutis
A rustic French-inspired baked dessert with juicy cherries and rich chocolate, baked on a sheet pan for easy serving. This french-inspired desserts ready in about 55 minutes layers fresh pitted cherries, semi-sweet chocolate chips, 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 280 calories and feeds 8, 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 pitted cherries
- 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 1/4 cups whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp, melted unsalted butter
- for dusting powdered sugar
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F and lightly butter a 9x13-inch sheet pan with 2 tbsp melted unsalted butter.
- Step 2: Scatter 2 cups fresh pitted cherries evenly over the bottom of the pan, then sprinkle 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips among the cherries.
- Step 3: In a mixing bowl, whisk together 3/4 cup all-purpose flour and 1/2 cup granulated sugar until combined.
- Step 4: Add 3 large eggs, 1 1/4 cups whole milk, and 1 tsp vanilla extract to the flour mixture and whisk until smooth and slightly frothy.
- Step 5: Pour the batter evenly over the cherries and chocolate in the sheet pan; let it rest for 5 minutes.
- Step 6: Bake for 35-40 minutes until the custard is set and lightly golden around the edges.
- Step 7: Remove from oven, let cool slightly, and dust the top with powdered sugar before slicing into squares to serve.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Chocolate Cherry 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 Sheet Pan Chocolate 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 Sheet Pan Chocolate 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 Sheet Pan Chocolate Cherry Clafoutis for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). 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 Sheet Pan Chocolate 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.
