Apple Or Pear Clafouti An Easy French Dessert Recipe

Discover the magic of French cuisine with this effortless Apple or Pear Clafouti! Inspired by a charming Pyrenean hotel, this recipe delivers a quick, easy, and unbelievably delicious dessert. Imagine the warm, comforting flavors of tender fruit nestled in a delicate, custardy batter – pure bliss! Perfect for a weeknight treat or a sophisticated brunch, this recipe is your shortcut to French pastry perfection.

Prep Time 45 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 673.6 kcal
Protein 23g
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How to Make Apple Or Pear Clafouti An Easy French Dessert

  1. Preheat oven to 232°C (450°F).
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour, ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar, and 2 teaspoons baking powder until well combined.
  3. Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients. Add 3 large eggs, 1 cup (240ml) milk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Whisk until a smooth batter forms.
  4. Gently fold in 4 tablespoons (57g) melted unsalted butter.
  5. Peel, core, and slice 2 medium apples (or pears) into ½-inch thick slices. Set aside.
  6. Let the batter rest for 30 minutes.
  7. Grease an 8-inch round cake tin with butter.
  8. Gently fold the prepared fruit into the batter.
  9. Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin.
  10. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  11. Let the clafouti cool in the tin for 5 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  12. Serve warm or cold, dusted with powdered sugar (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

247g

Fat

53g

Carbs

38g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Apple Or Pear Clafouti An Easy French Dessert?

Apple Or Pear Clafouti An Easy French Dessert takes about 105 minutes from start to finish — roughly 45 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Apple Or Pear Clafouti An Easy French Dessert?

Apple Or Pear Clafouti An Easy French Dessert has approximately 673.6 calories per serving, with about 23 g protein, 38 g carbohydrates and 29 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Apple Or Pear Clafouti An Easy French Dessert?

The key ingredients for Apple Or Pear Clafouti An Easy French Dessert are Plain Flour, Sugar, Baking Powder, Eggs, Milk, Vanilla Extract. See the full list with measurements above.

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