Description
A simple yet elegant French-style dessert made with tender apple slices baked in a custardy batter and finished with a drizzle of warm caramel perfect for cozy evenings or holiday tables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium apples, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp butter (for sautéing apples)
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tbsp caramel sauce, plus more for serving
- Butter or oil for greasing the pan
- Powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch pie dish or cast-iron skillet.
- 2. In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté apple slices with brown sugar and cinnamon until soft and caramelized, about 5–7 minutes.
- 3. Arrange the apples evenly in the prepared dish.
- 4. In a blender or bowl, combine eggs, granulated sugar, milk, flour, vanilla, and salt. Blend or whisk until smooth.
- 5. Pour the batter over the apples.
- 6. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of caramel sauce over the top.
- 7. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown at the edges and the center is set.
- 8. Let cool slightly. Dust with powdered sugar and drizzle with more caramel before serving.
Notes
- Clafoutis is best served warm but can also be enjoyed chilled.
- Use firm apples like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith for best texture.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days reheat gently before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 40 min
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: apple clafoutis, caramel dessert, easy clafoutis, baked custard, fall dessert