Description
Indulge in a delightful Plum Clafoutis, a classic French dessert that showcases the sweetness of fresh plums baked into a tender, custard-like batter. This easy-to-make treat is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Plum Clafoutis:
- 4 cups fresh plums, pitted and sliced
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- Pinch of sea salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch pie dish or baking dish with butter.
- Prepare Plums: Arrange the sliced plums evenly in the dish.
- Mix Batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs and sugar until pale. Add milk, flour, vanilla extract, almond extract (if using), salt, and melted butter. Whisk until smooth.
- Pour Batter: Pour the batter over the plums in the dish.
- Bake: Bake for 35-40 minutes until the clafoutis is puffed, golden, and set in the center.
- Serve: Let it cool slightly, dust with powdered sugar, and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Clafoutis is best enjoyed the day it’s made.
- You can use other stone fruits like cherries, apricots, or peaches.
- Serve with whipped cream or crème fraîche if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
