French Clafouti Recipe

Discover this authentic French Clafouti recipe, a delightful baked dessert (or hearty breakfast!) passed down through generations. Unlike many online versions, this recipe uses Grandma's secret: plenty of milk and a touch of flour for a light, airy texture. Made with your choice of fruit – sweet cherries, peaches, apples, or even reconstituted dried fruits – this clafouti is subtly sweet and incredibly versatile. Perfect for a healthy breakfast (using low-fat milk) or a light yet satisfying dessert. This isn't overly sweet, so feel free to adjust the sugar to your liking.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 40 mins

Calories 156.6 kcal

Protein 14g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for French Clafouti

About 2 cups of your choice of fruit (canned peaches, Bing cherries, sliced apples, or reconstituted dried fruit. Avoid pineapple and oranges.)
4 large eggs
¼ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup granulated sugar
2 cups low-fat milk
Vanilla Extract
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How to Make French Clafouti

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch deep-dish glass pie plate.
In a medium bowl, whisk together 4 large eggs, ½ cup granulated sugar, and ¼ cup all-purpose flour until smooth.
Gradually whisk in 2 cups of low-fat milk and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
Arrange your choice of fruit (about 2 cups) in the bottom of the prepared pie plate. Suggestions include: canned peaches, Bing cherries, sliced apples, or reconstituted dried fruit (avoid acidic fruits like pineapple and oranges).
Pour the batter evenly over the arranged fruit.
(Optional) Dot the top of the clafouti with 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter halfway through baking for extra richness.
Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the clafouti is puffed and golden brown, and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.