Sour Cherry and White Chocolate Clafoutis
A rustic French-style baked dessert featuring tart sour cherries enveloped in a custardy batter with bursts of creamy white chocolate. This French-inspired recipe, ready in about 55 minutes, layers fresh or frozen sour cherries, pitted, white chocolate chips, 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 280 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 or frozen sour cherries, pitted
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp butter, for greasing
- optional powdered sugar, for dusting
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter a 9-inch round baking dish evenly with 2 tbsp butter.
- Step 2: Spread 2 cups pitted fresh or frozen sour cherries evenly in the bottom of the dish. Scatter 1/2 cup white chocolate chips over the cherries.
- Step 3: In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 large eggs and 1/2 cup granulated sugar until smooth and slightly frothy.
- Step 4: Gradually whisk in 1/2 cup all-purpose flour until no lumps remain. Stir in 1 cup whole milk, 1/2 cup heavy cream, and 1 tsp vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Step 5: Pour the batter gently over the cherries and white chocolate in the baking dish.
- Step 6: Bake for 35-40 minutes until the clafoutis is puffed, golden at the edges, and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Step 7: Let cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar if desired before slicing and serving warm or at room temperature.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sour Cherry and White Chocolate 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 Sour Cherry and White Chocolate 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 Sour Cherry and White Chocolate 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 Sour Cherry and White Chocolate 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 Sour Cherry and White Chocolate 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.
