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Bistro Strawberry Rhubarb Clafoutis

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A quick and elegant French-inspired dessert featuring tart rhubarb and sweet strawberries baked in a custardy batter, topped with tangy crème fraîche. Perfect for busy weeknights, brunch, or a light dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups fresh strawberries (about 225g), hulled and halved
  • 1 cup rhubarb stalks (about 150g), chopped into ½-inch pieces
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup whole milk (240ml)
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour (65g)
  • ⅓ cup sugar (65g), plus 1 tablespoon for tossing fruit
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup crème fraîche (120g) for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Butter a 9-inch round or oval baking dish generously.
  2. Toss chopped rhubarb and halved strawberries with 1 tablespoon sugar in a bowl to draw out juices and soften rhubarb.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, and salt until lightened. Add vanilla extract and milk, whisking until combined.
  4. Gradually sift in flour while whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Batter should be smooth and pourable.
  5. Spread the sugared fruit evenly in the prepared baking dish. Pour the batter over the fruit without stirring.
  6. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until puffed, edges are golden brown, and center is set but slightly jiggly.
  7. Let cool for about 10 minutes before serving. Spoon generous dollops of crème fraîche on top.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to avoid a tough custard. Use ripe strawberries and firm rhubarb to prevent watery clafoutis. Butter the baking dish well to prevent sticking and promote caramelized edges. Tent with foil if browning too fast. Let cool before slicing to avoid collapse. For a sweeter crust, sprinkle sugar on top halfway through baking.

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Keywords: clafoutis, strawberry rhubarb dessert, French dessert, easy dessert, weeknight dessert, custard dessert, crème fraîche, seasonal fruit dessert

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