Jul 13 2026

Flan Recipe

Time1h 30m
Serves8

Traditional caramel custard dessert.

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Ingredients

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Custard

Caramel

Method

Caramel Preparation

  1. 1

    Make the Caramel

    In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine 1 cup of sugar and 2 tablespoons of water. Stir gently until the sugar begins to dissolve.

  2. 2

    Cook the Caramel

    Allow the mixture to boil without stirring until it turns a deep amber color, about 5-7 minutes. Watch closely to avoid burning.

  3. 3

    Coat the Flan Mold

    Quickly pour the caramel into a round flan mold or individual ramekins, tilting to coat the bottom evenly. Set aside to cool and harden.

Custard Preparation

  1. 4

    Blend the Custard Ingredients

    In a blender, combine 4 large eggs, 1 can of sweetened condensed milk, 1 can of evaporated milk, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Blend until smooth.

  2. 5

    Pour the Custard Mixture

    Pour the custard mixture over the hardened caramel in the flan mold or ramekins.

  3. 6

    Prepare the Water Bath

    Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the flan mold or ramekins in a larger baking dish and fill the outer dish with hot water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the flan mold.

  4. 7

    Bake the Flan

    Bake in the preheated oven for about 50-60 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

  5. 8

    Cool and Refrigerate

    Remove the flan from the oven and let it cool at room temperature. Once cool, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.

Serving

  1. 9

    Unmold the Flan

    To serve, run a knife around the edges of the flan, then invert it onto a serving plate to release the caramel sauce.

  2. 10

    Slice and Enjoy

    Slice the flan into wedges, serve chilled, and enjoy your delicious traditional caramel custard dessert.

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