A traditional French dessert made with seasonal fresh fruit covered in a thick custard-like batter, then baked. It's often served warm with a dusting of powdered sugar.
4medium to large fresh peachescleaned and sliced thin (peels left on if desired)
1heaping cup fresh or frozen raspberries
1tablespoongranulated sugar
1lemonzested and juiced
½cupgranulated sugar(110g)
½teaspoonalmond extract
1teaspoonvanilla extract
4large eggs
1cupwhole milk(8oz)
½cupheavy whipping cream(4oz)
¾cupall-purpose flour(100g)
¼teaspoonsalt
powdered sugar for serving
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Butter an 8 cup flat shallow pan, or combination of smaller baking dishes for individual servings. Lightly sprinkle granulated sugar into the buttered dish(s) to lightly coat. Set aside.
In a medium mixing bowl combine the sliced peaches, lemon zest, lemon juice, 1 tablespoon granulated sugar and raspberries. Gently toss to coat the fruit. Set aside.
In the carafe of a blender combine ½ cup granulated sugar, almond and vanilla extracts, eggs, milk, heavy cream, flour and salt. Blend for 1 minute until frothy.
Pour the fruit and any accumulated juice into the baking pan. Gently pour the custard mixture over the top of the fruit then bake for 45-50 minutes at 350°F.
Cool the clafoutis for 15-20 minutes then serve warm lightly dusted with powdered sugar and soft whipped cream if desired.
Notes
If using frozen raspberries there's no need to thaw first.Frozen peaches should be at least partially thawed.Base recipe adapted from Woman's DayNutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate. When multiple ingredient alternatives are given, the first listed is calculated for nutrition. Garnishes and optional ingredients are not included.