Delicious Peach and Blackberry Flognarde

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Delicious Peach and Blackberry Flognarde
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
40 mins
Total Time:
60mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on October 09, 2023

Indulge in the delightful combination of ripe peaches and juicy blackberries in Chef John's Peach and Blackberry Flognarde. This classic French dessert is made with a light custard-like batter that bakes up beautifully around the fruit. It's a perfect dessert for any occasion, and the recipe is easy to follow. So, why not treat yourself and your loved ones to this decadent and fruity dessert today?

Ingredients

  • 4 ripe peaches
  • 1 cup blackberries
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. Butter a 9-inch pie dish or a similar baking dish.
  3. Cut the peaches into thin slices and arrange them in a single layer in the prepared dish. Scatter the blackberries over the peaches.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, flour, sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
  5. Pour the batter over the fruit in the dish.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until the flognarde is puffed up and golden brown on top.
  7. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
  8. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
  9. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Interesting Facts

  • A flognarde is a French dessert similar to a clafoutis, but made with a lighter batter.
  • Traditionally, flognarde is made with cherries, but you can use other fruits like peaches and blackberries for variation.
  • The word 'flognarde' comes from the Occitan language, spoken in the southern region of France.