Clafoutis aux Cerises

Clafoutis aux Cerises is a classic French custard-like dessert that is transformed into a delightful breakfast dish. This delightful treat features juicy cherries nestled within a soft, pancake-like batter, making it a perfect start to your day.

Ingredients

• Fresh cherries - 200 grams, pitted
• Milk - 200 ml
• All-purpose flour - 50 grams
• Granulated sugar - 50 grams
• Eggs - 2 large
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - a pinch
• Butter - for greasing the baking dish

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a small baking dish with butter.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until well combined.
3. Add the milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the mixture. Whisk until smooth.
4. Sift the flour into the egg mixture and stir until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
5. Pour half of the batter into the greased baking dish.
6. Evenly distribute the pitted cherries over the batter in the dish.
7. Pour the remaining batter over the cherries, ensuring they are covered.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the clafoutis is puffed and golden brown.
9. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 290
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 42 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 18 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from cherries, which may help reduce inflammation.
• Provides a good source of protein and calcium from milk and eggs.

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