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4.4 from 11 votes

Cherry Clafoutis

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By: Joanna Cismaru •7/14/22 20 Comments

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You need to try this easy Cherry Clafoutis recipe! This dense and velvety dessert packed with fresh cherries is much simpler to put together than it looks. With a few basic ingredients you’ll be sure to impress your family and friends!

cherry clafoutis in a skillet with 2 slices taken out of it and dusted with powdered sugar

I love summer. So many fruits, so many possibilities for desserts. One of my favorite things to bake in the summer is clafoutis. If you haven’t heard of this French dessert before, then this is a sign that you must try it. The batter has very little flour, so it ends up like a thick custard, a flan like batter, so it’s very light.

Looking for a way to use up a stash of cherries? I’ve got you covered. This simple thin batter will make the perfect unique dessert that you can serve to guests or enjoy all on your own.

What Is Clafoutis?

You may have seen this recipe spelled “clafouti” before. That is because it makes the pronunciation of this french dessert, “kla-foo-tee”, easier in english-speaking countries. This treat is traditionally made with cherries and a thin flan-like batter baked in a buttered dish. It can be made with all sorts of different fruits!

overhead shot of ingredients needed for cherry clafoutis

Ingredients

Detailed measurements and instructions can be found on the printable recipe card at the bottom of the page.

  • Half and half – If you’re not familiar with this ingredient, it’s simply half milk and half heavy cream. Anything between 10% and 18%MF will work.
  • Eggs – There are lots of eggs here! That’s what will give your clafoutis its signature dense flan-like consistency.
  • Sugar – Regular granulated sugar will give you the best results.
  • Vanilla extract – You can experiment with other extracts like almond or rum. Keep in mind other flavors may be much stronger.
  • Flour – I always use all-purpose flour. You can use gluten-free flour if you need.
  • Salt – Just a small amount is used to really bring the flavors together in this dish.
  • Cherries – These are the star of the show! Find yourself some big and deep red sweet cherries. They will work best for clafoutis.

What Else Can I Put in Clafoutis?

I’ve tried this clafoutis recipe with lots of different types of fruit. The batter is simple, silky and so versatile. Give these a try!

  • Grapes
  • Apricot
  • Blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, blackberries
  • Pears
  • Apples
  • Peaches

process shots showing how to make cherry clafoutis

How to Make the Best Cherry Clafoutis Recipe

  1. Prep the cherries: Preheat the oven to 375F. Remove the stems, wash and dry, then pit all your cherries. I find it is much easier to use a cherry pitter versus doing this with knife.
  2. Make the batter: Bring the half and half to a boil then remove from heat. Stir in the vanilla. Let the cream cool for about 5 minutes before proceeding. You can use either a blender or a hand mixer for this step. It’s important for the batter to be smooth and well blended. Add the cream, eggs, sugar, vanilla, flour, and salt to your bowl or blender. Mix until there are no more lumps.
  3. Assemble and bake the clafoutis: Butter the skillet and arrange the cherries. Pour the batter into the skillet over the cherries. Bake for about 45 minutes, or until fully cooked. Dust with powdered sugar and serve.
overhead shot of a cherry clafoutis in a skillet fresh out of the oven

How Do I Know When My Clafoutis Is Done Baking?

Once your clafoutis has turned golden brown on the top, you can test for its doneness. Insert a toothpick in the middle of the clafoutis, avoiding any cherries. If it comes out clean, you can take it out of the oven. If there is still some batter sticking to the toothpick, let it cook for 5-10 minutes intervals until the toothpick comes out clean.

How to Serve

Dust generously with powdered sugar then use a large knife to cut your clafoutis into pie-shaped slices. Serve it with either a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Of course, this dessert is delicious served all on its own as well!

overhead shot of a cherry clafoutis cut into slices and dusted with powdered sugar

Make Ahead

You can prepare your clafoutis batter 1 day ahead of time. Pop it in the oven an hour before you plan on serving it so it has a chance to cool down for 15 minutes. This dessert is best served fresh and warm.

How to Store

Store leftovers either in an airtight container or wrapped well with plastic in the fridge. It will last 3-4 days, and is best if reheated. Zap the clafoutis for 15 second intervals until it’s warm. You can also cover it with foil and bake at 350F for 5-10 minutes, or until warm.

a slice of cherry clafoutis topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on a white plate

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4.37 from 11 votes

Cherry Clafoutis

Prep 15 minutes
Cook 45 minutes
Total 1 hour
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You need to try this easy Cherry Clafoutis recipe! This dense and velvety dessert packed with fresh cherries is much simpler to put together than it looks. With a few basic ingredients you'll be sure to impress your family and friends!
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Ingredients

  • 1 pound cherries (pitted)
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups half and half
  • powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon butter (softened, for buttering the dish)

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Instructions 

  • Prep the cherries: Preheat the oven to 375F. Remove the stems, wash and dry, then pit all your cherries. I find it is much easier to use a cherry pitter versus doing this with knife.
  • Make the batter: Bring the half and half to a boil then remove from heat. Stir in the vanilla. Let the cream cool for about 5 minutes before proceeding. You can use either a blender or a hand mixer for this step. It's important for the batter to be smooth and well blended. Add the cream, eggs, sugar, vanilla, flour, and salt to your bowl or blender. Mix until there are no more lumps.
  • Assemble and bake the clafoutis: Butter the skillet and arrange the cherries. Pour the batter into the skillet over the cherries. Bake for about 45 minutes, or until fully cooked. Dust with powdered sugar and serve.

Equipment

  • Cherry Pitter
  • 12-inch Cast Iron Skillet

Notes

Store leftovers either in an airtight container or wrapped well with plastic in the fridge. It will last 3-4 days, and is best if reheated. Zap the clafoutis for 15 second intervals until it’s warm. You can also cover it with foil and bake at 350F for 5-10 minutes, or until warm.
Please keep in mind that nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary greatly based on products used.

Nutrition Information

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 217kcal (11%)Carbohydrates: 30g (10%)Protein: 6g (12%)Fat: 9g (14%)Saturated Fat: 5g (31%)Cholesterol: 102mg (34%)Sodium: 123mg (5%)Potassium: 224mg (6%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 20g (22%)Vitamin A: 360IU (7%)Vitamin C: 4.4mg (5%)Calcium: 67mg (7%)Iron: 1mg (6%)
© Author Joanna Cismaru

Notice: Nutrition is auto-calculated for your convenience. Where relevant, we recommend using your own nutrition calculations.

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Sally Love
Sally Love
Posted: 4 months ago

Do you think this might work with dried cherries?

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Joanna Cismaru
Joanna Cismaru
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Reply to  Sally Love
Posted: 4 months ago

I haven’t tried myself, I’ve actually never worked with dried cherries before. You might have to soak them first? Not sure.

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Marlene Crystal
Marlene Crystal
Posted: 9 months ago

5 stars
Love this recipe

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Marianne
Marianne
Posted: 1 year ago

Should I use sweet or sour cherries?

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Joanna Cismaru
Joanna Cismaru
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Reply to  Marianne
Posted: 1 year ago

I used sweet cherries, but if you like sour cherries and don’t find them too tart, go ahead.

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Alana
Alana
Posted: 3 years ago

Can frozen cherries be used when cherries not in season

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Nicole Beaulieu
Nicole Beaulieu
Reply to  Alana
Posted: 3 years ago

Yes! Just keep in mind frozen fruit will give off more moisture. You can always just this recipe for any of your favorite in-season fruits as well.

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Olive
Olive
Posted: 3 years ago

when cherries are out of season can you use canned cherry pie filling?. just wondering

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Nicole Beaulieu
Nicole Beaulieu
Reply to  Olive
Posted: 3 years ago

Cherry pie filling will be a bit too runny. I would use frozen cherries, or you can use any of your favorite in-season fruits.

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Anne Dietrich
Anne Dietrich
Posted: 3 years ago

Hello,
May I use a flat baking dish, such as a quiche dish for this recipe, or does it strictly need to be cast iron?
PS…….Always enjoy your recipes!

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Joanna Cismaru
Joanna Cismaru
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Reply to  Anne Dietrich
Posted: 3 years ago

You can, does not have to be a cast iron. I’ve made this in many dishes including pie dishes.

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Joanna Jagodka
Joanna Jagodka
Posted: 3 years ago

5 stars
Just made this, easy and delicious, as promised, thank you!

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Alice Fjeldal
Alice Fjeldal
Posted: 4 years ago

Hi Jo,
In researching clafoutis recipes I’m noticing that yours is the only one I see that calls for heating the milk/half & half. Just wondering what the reason for this is?

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Joanna Cismaru
Joanna Cismaru
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Reply to  Alice Fjeldal
Posted: 4 years ago

Hi Alice! Not sure exactly but it has something to do with the protein in the whey and the volume of the clafoutis. As you said either can be used, but in true clafoutis recipes, the milk should be scaled first. Of course you could try it both ways and see if there’s really a difference.

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Alice
Alice
Reply to  Joanna Cismaru
Posted: 4 years ago

Thanks for the input. In the recipe I tried I did not heat the milk and although it was tasty it was rather flat. Next time I will try your method and see if that helps with the volume/“puffiness” of the finished clafoutis. Yours definitely looks prettier!
And PS – made your Cajun shrimp tacos with mango salsa this week. Had to use cod instead of shrimp but it was a delicious hit!!

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Jennifer
Jennifer
Posted: 5 years ago

5 stars
Looks and tastes so good

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Quay Po Cooks
Quay Po Cooks
Posted: 11 years ago

I saw lots of cherries at the super mart today. They are very expensive but I am going to go back tomorrow and get some to make a cherry clafoutti using your recipe. Thanks for sharing this gorgeous dessert with us.

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Joanna Cismaru
Joanna Cismaru
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Reply to  Quay Po Cooks
Posted: 11 years ago

Yes you are right, they are expensive. I love cherries though and whenever I do buy them, I make sure I use them all up and don’t throw them away! Good luck with your clafoutis and I hope it turns out excellent.

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Heidi @ Food Doodles
Heidi @ Food Doodles
Posted: 11 years ago

Yum! I just made my first clafouti just last week and I loved it! I didn’t make a cherry one though and I can’t wait to try it 😀 Yours looks delicious!

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Joanna Cismaru
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Reply to  Heidi @ Food Doodles
Posted: 11 years ago

Oh it was delicious! I still have some cherries left, I’m very tempted to make another one this weekend. Stop me, I’m trying to lose some weight here!!!

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