Vegan Cherry Blueberry Clafoutis

The Vegan Cherry Blueberry Clafoutis is a great dessert idea for vegans, especially because this dessert is completely dairy-free, and vegans will not feel guilty about consuming such a dessert. The time that you will need to make this Vegan Cherry Blueberry Clafoutis is only 50 minutes. This dessert uses very simple and usually present components. This is a baked dessert recipe that will come out soft and light. The inspiration for this recipe comes from France. Cherry and blueberry will enhance the flavor and look of this dessert naturally. Make this clafoutis for events, gatherings, occasions, celebrations, birthdays, or as a sweet dessert after dinner.

STATS:

• Prep time: Ten minutes
• Cook time: 40 minutes
• Total time: 50 minutes
• Portion size: 1 slice
• Serving: 6
• Course: Dessert / Brunch
• Number of calories: 165 kcal
• Diet: Vegan
• Cuisine: French-inspired

EQUIPMENT:

• Oven
• Spatula
• Measuring cups & spoons
• Blender
• Round baking dish (8-inch)

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 cup unsweetened plant milk
• Half cup all-purpose flour
• ⅓ cup granulated sugar
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• ¼ tsp salt
• One cup cherries (pitted & halved)
• 1 cup blueberries
• Half tsp baking powder
• 1 tbsp neutral oil (for greasing)
• One tsp vanilla extract

INGREDIENT NOTES:

PLANT MILK:

• The creamy element comes along with the use of plant milk, and it is vegan-friendly as well. The custard base forms with the addition of this milk. Coconut milk will provide you with a rich flavor. Other ideas include the use of oat or soy milk. Almond milk is also an alternative.

ALL-PURPOSE FLOUR:

• The clafoutis will have a proper shape because of the use of all-purpose flour. It will settle the dessert when it bakes. For an alternative, use the gluten-free one if that is your requirement.

SUGAR:

• Sugar will maintain the extra fruity flavor from both the fruits and improve the sweet taste in the dessert. The brown color on top of the dessert also comes along with the addition of this ingredient. Coconut sugar can be a substitute option for this.

CORNSTARCH:

• The consistency similar to the custard in the clafoutis comes with the addition of cornstarch, as it makes it thick. The texture also becomes smooth. Arrowroot powder is a great choice if you really need an alternative for this component.

VANILLA EXTRACT:

• The overall flavor of this dessert will become better with the use of vanilla extract. The aroma of the dessert will also improve. Using almond extract as an alternative for this will provide a different flavor.

BAKING POWDER:

• Adding baking powder will keep the dessert airy, and the dessert will also rise a little bit from it. In this dessert baking recipe, you can omit this product if you like dense clafoutis.

SALT:

• This is an important ingredient in this recipe as it improves the taste of the fruits in the dessert and also removes the extra sweet flavor from them.

CHERRIES:

• These are the main components in this clafoutis recipe, which is also a classic in this specific dessert. These are juicy and provide a tart flavor to the dessert. Utilize either frozen cherries or the fresh ones.

BLUEBERRIES:

• Another main fruit flavor comes from blueberries. These contain antioxidants, and they can include a nice color in the dessert. Blueberries will naturally include a sweet taste in the clafoutis. Another option for you to use in place of blueberries can be blackberries.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Heat oven to 180°C.
2. Spread a little oil in the dish.
3. Then take a blender and include all the components in it except the fruits.
4. Blend everything properly till you create a smooth mixture.
5. Then take the greased baking dish and assemble blueberries & cherries at its base.
6. Spread the mixture from the blender to the pan over the fruits.
7. Baking time for this dessert is only 40 minutes.
8. Let the dessert cool after it’s done baking.
9. Now slice the clafoutis and enjoy it.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

• You can decorate this by placing some fruits over the warm clafoutis.
• For topping, try spreading some powdered sugar to make it look nice.
• Have this amazing dessert along with some coffee or tea.

TIPS:

• Baking the clafoutis for too long will make it dry.
• If the blueberries and cherries are ripe enough, they will provide a good flavor.
• Be sure to wait for some time before you cut it up.
• Blending the mixture for the dessert properly will make it smooth.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• Keep this dessert inside a sealed box for only 3 days.

FREEZER:

• You will need to keep the separate pieces of this dessert for only one month.

FAQs:

Will this dessert become soft from the core?

• The recipe for clafoutis needs to feel like a custard from its core.

Does frozen fruit work for this recipe?

• For this recipe, it is fine for you to use frozen fruits, but be sure not to defrost them.

Will this dessert become very sweet once it bakes?

• The sweetness for this will be moderate.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Fat: 4 g

Iron: 1.6 g

Calcium: 120 grams

Vitamin A: 320 IU

Calories: 165 kcal

Net carbs: 26 g

Total carbs: 30 grams

Fiber: 4 g

Protein: 4 grams

Sodium: 160 g

Potassium: 280 grams