Classic Cherry Clafoutis

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 cup whole milk
• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus more for greasing
• 1 tablespoon kirsch
• 1/8 teaspoon pure vanilla extract or 1 vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped
• 3/4 pound sweet cherries, pitted
• Powdered sugar, for serving
• Whipped cream, for serving

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a medium mixing bowl, stir together flour, sugar, and salt. Whisk in milk, eggs, butter, kirsch (if using), and vanilla extract or seeds until a smooth batter forms.
2. Grease a baking dish, tart pan, or cast iron skillet (about 9 inches in diameter) with butter. Scatter cherries all over bottom. Pour batter on top and bake until clafoutis is puffed and browned and a knife inserted in center comes out clean, about 50 minutes. Let cool slightly, the slice and serve, sprinkling powdered sugar on top. Serve with whipped cream, if desired.