Indulge in the sweet and creamy flavors of a classic French dessert with this mouthwatering Pear Clafouti recipe. This easy-to-make dessert features juicy pears nestled in a custard-like batter, baked to perfection. With a crispy golden crust and a tender, luscious interior, this dessert is sure to impress your guests. Serve it warm with a dusting of powdered sugar and a dollop of whipped cream for an elegant treat that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 3–4 ripe pears, peeled, cored, and sliced into thin wedges
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
- Whipped cream, for serving
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and butter a 9-inch (23 cm) round baking dish.
- Arrange the pear slices in a single layer on the bottom of the prepared dish.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, and vanilla until well combined.
- Gradually whisk the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until you have a smooth batter.
- Pour the batter over the pears in the baking dish, making sure to cover them evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the clafouti is puffed and golden brown on top.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm with a generous dollop of whipped cream.
Interesting Facts
Clafouti is a traditional French dessert from the Limousin region.
Traditionally, clafouti is made with cherries, but this recipe uses pears for a delicious twist.
The batter is similar to pancake batter, resulting in a custard-like texture when baked.
Clafouti is often served warm and dusted with powdered sugar.
The dish originated as a simple peasant dessert but has since become popular around the world.