Dark Chocolate Pear Clafoutis
Savor the delightful combination of rich dark chocolate and juicy pears in this Dark Chocolate Pear Clafoutis. This elegant dessert transforms simple ingredients into a stunning, pudding-like treat that’s perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy evening at home. With its velvety texture and irresistible aroma, every bite promises pure bliss. Easy to make and visually appealing, this clafoutis is sure to become a favorite on your dessert table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe pears, chopped
- 4 oz high-quality dark chocolate (70% cocoa or more), divided
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a pie dish with butter or nonstick spray.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, milk, flour, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Melt half of the dark chocolate in the microwave in 30-second intervals until smooth; fold into the batter.
- Gently mix in the chopped pears and pour the batter into the prepared dish. Sprinkle remaining chopped chocolate on top.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until puffed and golden brown. Allow to cool slightly before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Swap pears for cherries or apples for a different twist. A dash of cinnamon or nutmeg can enhance flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat in the microwave or oven as needed.