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Cherry clafoutis in a cast iron skillet
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Cherry Clafoutis

This Cherry Clafoutis recipe features a rich custard-like filling dotted with fresh tart cherries. It comes together in minutes and makes an impressive yet super easy dessert!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cherry clafoutis, cherry clafoutis recipe
Servings: 8 slices

Ingredients

  • 3 cups fresh cherries pitted
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 2 tablespoons amaretto liqueur (optional)
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour spooned and leveled
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter for greasing
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
  • 1/4 cup almonds sliced, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Place a 10-inch cast iron skillet in the oven while it preheats.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually whisk in the whole milk, vanilla extract, almond extract, and amaretto liqueur (if using) until well combined.
  • Sift in the all-purpose flour and salt. Whisk until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
  • Carefully remove the hot cast iron skillet from the oven and grease it with butter, until the bottom and sides are well coated.
  • Arrange the pitted cherries evenly in the bottom of the greased skillet.
  • Pour the batter over the cherries, gently spreading it to cover them evenly.
  • Return the skillet to the oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the clafoutis is set and golden brown on top. It should have a slight jiggle in the center when gently shaken.
  • Once baked, remove the skillet from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
  • Dust the top of the clafoutis with powdered sugar and garnish with sliced almonds.

Notes

Easily pit the cherries. Use a cherry pitter for quick and easy removal of cherry pits. Alternatively, you can carefully slice each cherry in half and remove the pits with a small spoon.
Don't have a cast iron pan? While a cast iron skillet gives a rustic feel and even heat distribution, you can also use a pie dish or baking dish of similar size.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 188kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 77mg | Sodium: 112mg | Potassium: 116mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 194IU | Calcium: 62mg | Iron: 1mg