Mini Cherry Clafoutis

from ButterYum

makes 6

Ingredients

    • 2 cups fresh sweet cherries, washed, pitted, and stems removed

    • 2 large eggs

    • 1 cup whole milk (or half and half)

    • 1/2 cup granulated sugar

    • 1/2 cup all purpose flour

    • 1/4 teaspoon pure almond extract

    • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

    • pinch of fine salt

    • optional: confectioner's sugar for dusting

Directions

    1. Preheat oven to 350F.

    2. Butter six 4.5-inch round creme brulee dishes; place on a rimmed sheet pan.

    3. Divide cherries evenly among dishes.

    4. Combine the remaining ingredients in a blender or food processor until completely combined.

    5. Pour batter evenly over the cherries.

    6. Bake in preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the custard begins to turn golden brown around the edges.

    7. Remove from oven and cool to room temperature.

    8. Garnish of whipped cream, creme fraiche, and/or a dusting of confectioner's sugar.