Apricot clafoutis

Apricot clafoutis is a rustic French dessert that resembles a cross between a pancake and a custard tart, traditionally baked with fresh fruit. The batter is a simple mixture of flour, eggs, milk, and sugar, which puffs up around the fruit during baking to create a tender, creamy texture. While the classic version uses black cherries, apricots provide a sweet-tart flavor that makes for a delicious seasonal variation.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is generally high in carbohydrates and fat due to the flour, sugar, and dairy content, though it does provide some protein from the eggs and milk. A typical serving contains roughly 250-350 calories and offers a modest amount of Vitamin A and potassium from the fruit.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	260 kcal
Protein	6 g
Carbs	33 g
Fat	12 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	18 g
Sodium	180 mg
Calcium	90 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Potassium	250 mg
Vitamin A	120 mcg RAE
Vitamin C	4 mg
Vitamin D	1 mcg
Vitamin B12	0.3 mcg
Phosphorus	120 mg

Per 1 slice (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Clafoutis is unique because it is one of the few French desserts that is considered rustic country cooking rather than haute cuisine, and it is traditionally baked in the same dish it is served in. Nutritionally, the fruit is often baked directly in the batter without being peeled or pitted, which is said to enhance the flavor and preserve the fruit's natural nutrients.