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Creamy Fresh Cherry Clafoutis Recipe Easy Homemade Dessert with Vanilla Bean

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A creamy, custardy French dessert featuring fresh cherries and real vanilla bean seeds, offering a simple yet elegant treat that’s quick to prepare and perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (300 grams) fresh cherries, pitted (sweet or tart)
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk or half-and-half
  • ½ cup (60 grams) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • ⅓ cup (65 grams) granulated sugar, plus extra for sprinkling
  • 1 whole vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 tablespoons (30 grams) unsalted butter, for greasing
  • Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Butter your 9-inch baking dish generously.
  2. Pit the fresh cherries and spread them evenly in the prepared dish. Optionally toss with a teaspoon of sugar.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together 3 large eggs and ⅓ cup granulated sugar until pale and slightly fluffy, about 2 minutes.
  4. Split the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape the seeds into the egg mixture. Stir well.
  5. Sift ½ cup all-purpose flour and a pinch of salt over the egg mixture. Whisk gently to combine.
  6. Gradually add 1 cup whole milk, whisking constantly to form a smooth, thin batter similar to heavy cream consistency.
  7. Pour the batter evenly over the cherries in the baking dish.
  8. Bake for 35-40 minutes until puffed, golden around edges, and just set in the center. A toothpick should come out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Let the clafoutis rest for 10 minutes before serving; it will deflate slightly but remain creamy.
  10. Dust with powdered sugar if desired and slice into squares or wedges.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs and milk for a smoother batter. Whisk eggs and sugar until pale to trap air for a lighter texture. Avoid overmixing flour to prevent toughness. Grease the baking dish well with butter for a golden crust and easy release. Tent with foil if browning too fast. Let cool before slicing for cleaner cuts. Real vanilla bean seeds add superior flavor and visual appeal compared to vanilla extract.

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