Clafoutis with cherries and lemon zest

4 servings

60 minutes

Cherry and lemon zest clafoutis is an elegant French dessert that combines a delicate batter with the rich flavor of cherries and the citrus freshness of lemon zest. Clafoutis originated in the Limousin region and was traditionally made with black cherries baked in a soft custard batter. In this version, the addition of cocoa gives the dessert pleasant chocolate notes, while lemon zest refreshes its taste. The finished clafoutis has a velvety texture where the sweetness of the batter harmonizes with the light tartness of cherries. It is served warm or chilled, often garnished with powdered sugar or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Ideal for cozy evenings and family celebrations, this dessert embodies the traditions of French pastry art.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 294
• Proteins: 14.7g
• Fats: 10.7g
• Carbohydrates: 33.7g

Ingredients

• Chicken egg: 3 pc
• Milk: 300 ml
• Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
• Lemon zest: 1 pc
• Wheat flour: 120 g
• Cocoa powder: 60 g
• Frozen cherries: 80 g

Cooking steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees.

2. Mix all ingredients in a bowl, except for the cherries, until fully combined.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 3 pieces
   • Milk: 300 ml
   • Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
   • Lemon zest: 1 piece
   • Wheat flour: 120 g
   • Cocoa powder: 60 g

3. Grease the mold with oil and place cherries at the bottom. Carefully pour the batter.

   Required ingredients:

   • Frozen cherries: 80 g

4. Bake for about an hour.