Strawberry Clafouti
Strawberry Clafouti is a charming French dessert that captures the essence of summer with its sweet, juicy strawberries enveloped in a light, custardy batter. This delightful dish is easy to make and perfect for brunches or casual gatherings. Serve warm with whipped cream for a comforting treat that impresses every time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3 large eggs
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, sifted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (for greasing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch baking dish with butter.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs and sugar until creamy. Add milk and vanilla; mix until smooth.
- Gently fold in the flour and salt until just combined.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared dish, layer with strawberries, then pour the remaining batter on top.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden and puffed. Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Experiment with other fruits like blueberries or cherries for variety. For added flavor, incorporate citrus zest or swap vanilla extract for almond extract.