Currant Clafoutis: Gourmet Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup fresh currants, rinsed and picked over
• 3/4 cup milk
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 3 eggs
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• Confectioners’ sugar, for dusting

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F and butter a 9-inch pie dish.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together milk, cream, eggs, granulated sugar, flour, butter, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
3. Pour the batter into the buttered pie dish and scatter the currants over the top.
4. Bake until set and golden brown, about 35-40 minutes. Let cool slightly before dusting with confectioners’ sugar and serving.

Verdict:

This Currant Clafoutis is a delightful dessert that showcases the tart and sweet flavor of fresh currants. The creamy and custardy texture of the clafoutis contrasts perfectly with the burst of fruity goodness from the currants. It’s a relatively simple recipe that yields an impressive and elegant dessert. Serve it warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a perfect finishing touch.

Enjoy!