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Strawberry Flaugnarde Recipe

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Strawberry Flaugnarde is a rustic French baked dessert featuring ripe strawberries enveloped in a light, custard-like batter. This delightful dish combines the sweetness of fresh fruit with a creamy, tender texture, making it perfect to serve warm or at room temperature, dusted with powdered sugar for an elegant finish.

Ingredients

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Flaugnarde Batter

  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 1/4 cup (312.5ml) milk (2% or whole)
  • 2/3 cup (132g) granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup (62.5g) all-purpose flour

Fruit

  • 2 cups (300g) ripe strawberries, hulled and halved

For Serving

  • Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) placing a rack in the middle. Generously butter an 8-9 inch (20.5-23 cm) circular or oval baking dish or skillet to prevent sticking and ensure easy serving.
  2. Make the Batter: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until combined. Gradually add the all-purpose flour and kosher salt in small increments, whisking continuously until you achieve a smooth batter with the consistency of heavy cream. If the batter is lumpy, strain it through a fine mesh sieve to remove lumps for a silky finish.
  3. Arrange Strawberries: Place the halved strawberries evenly over the bottom of the prepared baking dish to create a fruit layer that will infuse the flaugnarde with their juicy flavor.
  4. Pour Batter Over Strawberries: Gently pour the prepared batter over the strawberries, ensuring they are evenly covered. This allows the batter to bake around the fruit, creating the signature custard-like texture.
  5. Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 1 hour. The flaugnarde is ready when it is puffed up, golden brown around the edges, and the center remains slightly wobbly to the touch, indicating a custardy interior.
  6. Cool and Serve: Transfer the flaugnarde to a cooling rack. It will deflate as it cools, which is normal. Serve warm or at room temperature, dusted generously with powdered sugar. You can slice it like a cake or enjoy it by the spoonful.

Notes

  • Use ripe, fresh strawberries for the best flavor and juiciness.
  • Make sure eggs are at room temperature for a smooth batter.
  • If batter lumps form, straining through a fine mesh sieve improves texture.
  • The custard will deflate after baking and cooling; this is expected.
  • Serve warm for a soft custard or at room temperature for firmer slices.
  • Powdered sugar adds a classic sweet finish and enhances presentation.

Keywords: Strawberry Flaugnarde, French dessert, baked custard, strawberry dessert, summer dessert, easy berry dessert, rustic French pudding

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