Rainier Cherry Clafoutis
Amaretto and almonds compliment the flavors in this cherry clafoutis. Plump juicy Rainier cherries get surrounded by a custardy, crepe-like dessert. This is truly best served warm and you can't go wrong with a bit of ice cream.
Servings: 8 servings
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole milk
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar
- 3 large large eggs
- 2 tablespoons Amaretto liquor optional
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups fresh Rainier cherries pitted
- ¼ cup slivered almonds
Garnish
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease an 8-inch cast-iron skillet (or similar size baking dish).
- Place the first 7 ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. (Blend everything except for the cherries, almonds, and powdered sugar.)
- Pour the batter into the skillet. Add the pitted cherries to the batter and sprinkle the almonds on top.
- Bake for 50 to 60 minutes. It will puff up and get golden brown.
- Sprinkle with powdered sugar when it is time to serve.
Notes
- You can eat a cherry clafoutis warm or cold but it is especially good while it is still warm.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 | Calories: 221kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 173mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 30g
