Description
A classic French-inspired dessert featuring tender sliced pears nestled in a rich, almond-scented custard.
Ingredients
3 large ripe pears (Bosc or Anjou), peeled and sliced
1/2 cup almond flour
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 large eggs
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9-inch ceramic baking dish with butter.
Step 2: Peel, core, and slice the pears into 1/2-inch thick wedges and arrange them in a decorative pattern at the bottom of the prepared dish.
Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and slightly frothy.
Step 4: Slowly whisk in the almond flour, all-purpose flour, and salt until no large lumps remain in the pear and almond clafoutis batter.
Step 5: Gradually pour in the heavy cream, milk, melted butter, almond extract, and vanilla bean paste, whisking continuously until smooth.
Step 6: Pour the batter gently over the arranged pears in the dish, ensuring the fruit stays in place.
Step 7: Bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the center is set but still slightly wobbly.
Step 8: Remove from the oven and allow the pear and almond clafoutis to cool for at least 15 minutes before dusting with powdered sugar and serving.
Notes
Use room temperature eggs and dairy for the smoothest custard texture. If the top browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil.
- Prep Time: PT15M
- Cook Time: PT40M
- Category: Desserts & Baked Goods
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 295 kcal
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
