Sour Cherry Clafoutis with Almond Flour
A rustic French-inspired baked dessert featuring tart sour cherries enveloped in a tender almond-flour batter. This french-inspired desserts ready in about 60 minutes layers pitted Sour cherries, Almond flour, 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 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 Sour cherries
- 1/2 cup Almond flour
- 1/4 cup All-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup Granulated sugar
- 3 large Eggs
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1/8 tsp Salt
- 2 tbsp, melted plus more for greasing Butter
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Butter a 9-inch round baking dish generously with melted butter.
- Step 2: Spread 2 cups pitted sour cherries evenly in the bottom of the prepared dish.
- Step 3: In a mixing bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup almond flour, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and 1/8 tsp salt until combined.
- Step 4: In a separate bowl, beat 3 large eggs, then whisk in 1 cup whole milk, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and 2 tbsp melted butter until smooth.
- Step 5: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, whisking until a smooth batter forms.
- Step 6: Pour the batter evenly over the cherries in the baking dish.
- Step 7: Bake for 40-45 minutes until the clafoutis is puffed, golden around the edges, and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Step 8: Let cool slightly before serving warm or at room temperature.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sour Cherry Clafoutis with Almond Flour take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (15 min prep + 45 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 Clafoutis with Almond Flour?
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 Clafoutis with Almond Flour?
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 Clafoutis with Almond Flour 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 Clafoutis with Almond Flour?
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.
