Indulge in Strawberry Flaugnarde – A Sweet Seasonal Delight

Strawberry Flaugnarde is a delightful French dessert, combining fresh strawberries in a custardy flan that's perfect for gatherings.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 1

Cooling Time 20

Total Time 1 35

Servings: 8 slices

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: French

Calories: 200

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Batter

1 tbsp Butter Greasing the baking dish; substitute with cooking spray if desired.
1 cup Milk Whole or 2% milk is recommended.
1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Can be reduced if using sweeter fruit.
3 large Eggs Use at room temperature for best results.
1 pinch Kosher Salt Enhances flavor; reduce if using table salt.
1 tsp Vanilla Extract Can substitute with almond extract or omit.
1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free flour blend.

For the Fruit

2 cups Strawberries Can be swapped with raspberries, blueberries, cherries, or other seasonal fruits.

Equipment

8 to 9-inch baking dish or skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Strawberry Flaugnarde

Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and butter the baking dish.
In a large bowl, whisk together milk, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Gradually sift in flour and salt, stirring until smooth.
Halve the strawberries and place them in the bottom of your prepared dish, then pour the batter over them.
Bake for about 1 hour until puffed and golden. The center may be slightly wobbly.
Transfer to a cooling rack to cool for 15-20 minutes before serving.
Serve warm or at room temperature, dusted with powdered sugar if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use ripe, seasonal strawberries for the best flavor and keep baking times in check to avoid burning.

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