Easy Apricot Clafoutis with Apricot Flavor Extract – Classic French Custard Dessert

Easy Apricot Clafoutis with Apricot Flavor Extract – Classic French Custard Dessert

Dolce Flav

Servings

6

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

40 minutes

Category

Apricot

This Apricot Clafoutis with Apricot Flavor Extract transforms juicy apricot halves into a luxuriously creamy custard-style dessert infused with nuanced apricot aroma. The batter—made from eggs, milk, flour, sugar, and a splash of apricot extract—is poured over beautifully arranged apricot halves in a buttered baking dish. As it bakes, the custard puffs and just sets while the apricots remain delightfully tender. The apricot extract deepens the fruit’s essence, elevating this traditional French clafoutis into an aromatic, fruit-forward centerpiece for brunch or dessert.

Ingredients

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    • 12 ripe apricots, halved and pitted (about 3 cups)

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    • 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk (or plant-based alternative)

    • ⅔ cup (130 g) granulated sugar

    • 3 large eggs

    • ½ cup (65 g) all-purpose flour

    • Pinch of salt

    • 1 teaspoon apricot flavor extract

    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

    • Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

    Directions

    1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously butter a 9‑inch (23 cm) pie dish or similar oven-safe baking pan.

    2. Arrange apricots cut-side up in the prepared dish in a single, even layer.

    3. In a bowl, whisk together milk, sugar, eggs, flour, salt, and vanilla extract (if using) until smooth and creamy.

    4. Stir in apricot flavor extract, gently folding to incorporate the fragrant boost.

    5. Pour the custard batter evenly over the apricots in the dish.

    6. Bake for 35–40 minutes—or until custard is set (edges lightly puffed and center just wobbly).

    7. Cool slightly, then dust the top with powdered sugar if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.