Description
This Indulgent Chocolate and Pear Clafoutis is a luscious French-inspired baked dessert that combines the rich depth of dark chocolate with the fresh sweetness of ripe pears. Perfect for cozy evenings or special sweet moments, this clafoutis balances creamy, fruity, and chocolatey flavors in a light custard-like batter, making it a delightful treat for gatherings or an elegant finish to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 2 medium Pears (peeled, cored and sliced)
Chocolate
- 200 g Dark Chocolate (pre-chopped or chocolate chips)
Wet Ingredients
- 3 Eggs (essential for structure)
- 300 ml Milk (almond, soy, or oat milk for dairy-free option)
- 30 g Butter (for greasing the dish)
Dry Ingredients
- 100 g Sugar (can use brown sugar for deeper flavor)
- 100 g Flour (gluten-free flour can be used)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Use the butter to thoroughly grease a medium-sized baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy serving.
- Prepare the Pears: Peel, core, and slice the pears into thin wedges. Arrange the slices evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish to create a base layer.
- Melt the Chocolate: Gently melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water or using short bursts in a microwave, stirring frequently to ensure smooth melting without burning.
- Whisk Eggs and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until the mixture becomes pale and slightly thickened, indicating that air has been incorporated for a light texture.
- Add Flour and Milk: Gradually sift in the flour while continuously whisking to avoid lumps. Then slowly pour in the milk, mixing until you have a smooth, homogeneous batter.
- Combine with Chocolate: Stir the melted chocolate into the batter until it is fully incorporated and the batter has a uniform chocolate color.
- Pour Batter over Pears: Carefully pour the chocolate batter over the arranged pear slices in the baking dish, ensuring even coverage.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 35-40 minutes, or until the clafoutis is set around the edges and slightly wobbly in the center.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow to cool for at least 10 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can substitute regular flour with gluten-free flour to make the dessert gluten free.
- For a dairy-free option, use plant-based milk such as almond, soy, or oat milk.
- Brown sugar can be used instead of white sugar for a richer, caramel-like flavor.
- Ensure chocolate is melted gently to avoid seizing or burning.
- Letting the clafoutis cool slightly before serving allows the custard to set perfectly for slicing.
