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Strawberry Flaugnarde

Strawberry Flaugnarde: Comforting French Dessert Bliss

Strawberry Flaugnarde is a delightful French dessert that combines fresh strawberries with a custardy flan, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Custard
  • 1 tbsp Butter for richness; can use cooking oil as a dairy-free alternative
  • 1.25 cups Milk to create a creamy texture; consider almond milk for a different flavor
  • 2/3 cup Granulated Sugar for sweetness; can reduce for less sugar
  • 3 large Eggs use room temperature eggs for optimal results
  • 1/2 tsp Kosher Salt to enhance flavors
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla Extract to add aromatic sweetness; cognac can be a substitute
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour for structure; gluten-free flour blends can work for gluten-free version
For the Fruit
  • 2 cups Strawberries for delightful fruity flavor; can substitute with other seasonal fruits
For Serving
  • Powdered Sugar for a finishing touch and added sweetness when serving

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and butter the bottom and sides of an 8-9 inch baking dish.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine milk, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth, then sift in flour and salt while whisking.
  3. Wash and halve the strawberries, then spread them evenly at the bottom of the baking dish.
  4. Pour the custard batter over the strawberries, ensuring all fruit is submerged.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-60 minutes until puffed and golden brown, with a slightly wobbly center.
  6. Remove from oven and cool on a wire rack for about 15 minutes.
  7. Serve warm or at room temperature, dusted with powdered sugar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Strawberry Flaugnarde can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature and is perfect for impressing guests.

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