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Decadent Dark Sweet Cherry Clafoutis with Almonds

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A light yet custardy dessert featuring dark sweet cherries and toasted almonds, perfect for cozy evenings and simple celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups dark sweet cherries, pitted (fresh or frozen)
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk (can substitute almond milk for dairy-free)
  • ½ cup (60 g) all-purpose flour (King Arthur preferred)
  • ⅓ cup (65 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tsp almond extract
  • ⅓ cup (30 g) toasted sliced almonds
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly butter a 9-inch round baking dish or cast iron skillet.
  2. Toast ⅓ cup sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until golden and fragrant. Stir frequently to avoid burning. Set aside to cool.
  3. Pit about 2 cups of dark sweet cherries. If using frozen, thaw and pat dry gently with paper towels.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together ½ cup all-purpose flour, ⅓ cup granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt.
  5. In a separate large bowl, whisk 3 large eggs until frothy. Add 1 cup whole milk, 2 tbsp melted unsalted butter, 1 tsp almond extract, and 1 tsp vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
  6. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. The batter should be smooth and slightly thinner than pancake batter.
  7. Gently fold in the pitted cherries and about half of the toasted almonds, saving the rest for topping.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining toasted almonds evenly on top.
  9. Bake for 35-40 minutes until edges are puffed and golden and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean with a few moist crumbs.
  10. Let cool slightly for 10 minutes before serving. The clafoutis will deflate a bit but stay tender and custardy.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter once flour is added to avoid toughness. Toast almonds until golden but not burnt. If the top browns too fast, tent loosely with foil for the last 10 minutes of baking. For gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with almond flour and add xanthan gum. For vegan, replace eggs with flax eggs and use plant-based milk and butter alternatives.

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