Sour cherry clafoutis

Sour cherry clafoutis is a rustic French dessert from the Limousin region, traditionally made by baking fresh sour cherries in a thick, flan-like batter. It's essentially a cross between a pancake and a custard, highlighting the fruit's tartness against a sweet, eggy base.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is primarily a source of carbohydrates from the batter and sugar, with moderate fat from eggs and milk. A typical serving provides a good amount of vitamin C from the cherries and some protein, with a calorie range of approximately 250-350 kcal.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	300 kcal
Protein	8 g
Carbs	40 g
Fat	12 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	22 g
Sodium	150 mg
Vitamin C	10 mg
Potassium	200 mg
Vitamin A	80 µg
Calcium	60 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Vitamin B12	0.3 µg
Phosphorus	100 mg
Magnesium	15 mg

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

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, clafoutis was originally made with black cherries (including their pits) believed to impart a subtle almond-like flavor during baking. Nutritionally, sour cherries are notably rich in antioxidants and melatonin, which may support recovery and sleep.