Andorran Cherry Clafoutis (Clafoutis de Cireres Andorrà)

Clafoutis de Cireres Andorrà, or Andorran Cherry Clafoutis, is a traditional dessert from the small principality of Andorra. This delicious dish is a simple yet elegant way to showcase the sweet cherries that are abundant in the region. The clafoutis has a custard-like texture with bursts of juicy cherries, making it a perfect ending to any meal.

Vegetarian Dessert Andorran Andorran Cuisine Cherry Dessert Custard
Andorran Cherry Clafoutis (Clafoutis de Cireres Andorrà)

Ingredients

  • 500g fresh cherries, pitted
  • 4 eggs
  • 100g granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 120g all-purpose flour
  • 300ml milk
  • Butter, for greasing the baking dish
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Grease a 9-inch round baking dish with butter.
  3. Arrange the pitted cherries in a single layer in the baking dish.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the flour and milk to the egg mixture, whisking until smooth.
  6. Pour the batter over the cherries in the baking dish.
  7. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the clafoutis is set and golden brown on top.
  8. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
  9. Dust the clafoutis with powdered sugar before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
55 minutes
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
35g
Protein
6g
Fat
10g

Supplies

9-inch round baking dish Whisk Measuring cups and spoons

Tools

Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve the clafoutis warm, either on its own or with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Tips & tricks

For an extra special touch, try using a mix of sweet and tart cherries for a more complex flavor profile.

Cost

$10