Black Forest Clafoutis
June 8, 2026
This light, chocolaty Black Forest Clafoutis is the perfect summer treat. It’s not too heavy with the brightest pop of cherry for a little fruitiness. The recipe is quick and easy, making it an ideal dessert option when you don’t have a lot of time. Substitute cherries with your favorite berries to make something all your own!
SERVINGS
6
PREP TIME
15 min
COOK TIME
35 min
Ingredients
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1tablespoon unsalted butter
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1pound California cherries, pits removed
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⅓cup all-purpose flour
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2tablespoons cocoa powder
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¼teaspoon kosher salt
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1cup whole milk
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½cup granulated sugar
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3large eggs
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1teaspoon vanilla extract
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1ounce semi-sweet chocolate bar, roughly chopped
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1ounce 60% dark chocolate bar, roughly chopped
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¼cup milk chocolate chips
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1tablespoon powdered sugar
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1cup freshly whipped cream, for serving
Directions
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1
Heat the oven to 400 F and grease a 10-inch oven-safe skillet with butter. Spread the cherries in one even layer. Set aside.
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2
In a small bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder and salt until well combined. Set aside.
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3
In a blender, combine milk, sugar, eggs and vanilla extract and blend until smooth, about 20 seconds. Add the flour mixture and blend for 5 seconds or until just incorporated.
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4
Pour the batter over the cherries and evenly sprinkle the chopped chocolate and chocolate chips over the surface.
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5
Bake until the center is set and the sides have puffed, 25 to 35 minutes. Let cool for 15 minutes. Dust with powdered sugar and serve with whipped cream.
Recipe source: The Missing Lokness