Chocolate Pear Clafoutis 🍐🍫
A soft, fruity, and irresistible French dessert!
If there’s one dessert that captures the cozy charm of French home baking, it’s clafoutis! This version adds an extra touch of indulgence with sweet ripe pears and melting dark chocolate. It’s the perfect treat for dessert or afternoon tea, whether served warm or chilled. One bite, and you’ll be hooked!
Ingredients (Serves 6)
- 3 ripe pears (peeled and sliced)
- 100g dark chocolate (chopped or chocolate chips)
- 3 eggs
- 80g sugar
- 100g all-purpose flour
- 250ml milk
- 100ml heavy cream
- 1 packet vanilla sugar (or 1 tsp vanilla extract)
- A pinch of salt
- Butter for greasing the dish
- Icing sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Butter a baking dish and arrange the pear slices evenly across the bottom. Sprinkle with the chocolate.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs, sugar, and vanilla until the mixture becomes pale and fluffy.
- Add the flour and salt, then gradually whisk in the milk and cream to create a smooth batter.
- Pour the batter over the pears and chocolate in the dish.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the clafoutis is set and golden brown on top.
- Let it cool slightly. Dust with icing sugar if desired and serve.
Tips & Serving Suggestions
- This clafoutis is best served warm, when the chocolate is still soft and gooey.
- Pair it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, a dollop of whipped cream, or enjoy it just as it is!
- For a rustic presentation, try baking it in a cast-iron skillet or ceramic baking dish.
Quick Facts
- ⏱️ Prep Time: 10 minutes
- ⏱️ Bake Time: 40 minutes
- 🍽️ Servings: 6
- ⚡ Estimated Calories: ~280 kcal per slice
This Chocolate Pear Clafoutis is a classic French dessert that’s easy to make and delivers maximum comfort. With tender fruit, a silky custard-like base, and pools of melted chocolate, it’s the kind of recipe that brings everyone back for seconds. Bake it once, and it’s sure to become a favorite!
