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French Strawberry Flaugnarde

French Strawberry Flaugnarde

French Strawberry Flaugnarde is a simple yet elegant baked dessert featuring fresh, juicy strawberries immersed in a light, creamy custard-like batter. This rustic French treat combines minimal ingredients for a professionally-tasting dessert perfect for any occasion, from breakfast to dessert. Its golden crust and tender texture make it a delightful indulgence that’s easy to prepare and impressively versatile.

  • Total Time: 50-55 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced if large
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk or cream
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Butter for greasing the baking dish

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Strawberries: Wash the strawberries thoroughly, hull them to remove the green tops, and slice large strawberries. This ensures even cooking and infuses the batter with juicy sweetness.
  2. Make the Batter: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, flour, milk (or cream), vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until the mixture is smooth and slightly frothy. The batter should be thin enough to pour but should coat the back of a spoon.
  3. Butter the Baking Dish: Generously butter a ceramic or glass baking dish to prevent sticking and to help create a golden crust as it bakes.
  4. Arrange the Strawberries: Spread the prepared strawberries evenly over the bottom of the buttered baking dish, ensuring that each slice will have a good amount of berries.
  5. Pour the Batter Over: Carefully pour the prepared custard batter over the strawberries, allowing it to seep down and cover the fruit completely.
  6. Bake Until Golden: Place the dish in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the top is puffed, lightly golden, and the custard has set but remains tender.
  7. Cool Slightly and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow to cool for about 10 minutes before serving to let the flavors develop and the texture settle.

Notes

  • Use fresh and ripe strawberries for the best natural sweetness and moisture.
  • Mix the batter just until combined to avoid a dense custard.
  • Butter the dish thoroughly to achieve golden edges and easy serving.
  • Ensure your oven is preheated for even baking.
  • Using room temperature eggs and milk improves the batter’s smoothness.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French
  • Diet: Gluten Free (with gluten-free flour substitution)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6th of recipe)
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 60mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg

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