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Ingredients
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Caramel
Custard
Method
Caramel Preparation
- 1
Make the Caramel
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the granulated sugar and water. Stir gently until the sugar dissolves completely.
- 2
Cook the Caramel
Once dissolved, stop stirring and allow the mixture to boil until it turns a deep amber color, about 8-10 minutes. Keep a close eye to prevent burning.
- 3
Pour the Caramel
Quickly pour the caramel into a round baking dish or individual ramekins, tilting to coat the bottom evenly. Set aside to cool and harden.
Custard Preparation
- 4
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 5
- 6
Pour the Custard into Caramelized Dish
Carefully pour the custard mixture over the hardened caramel in the baking dish or ramekins.
- 7
Prepare for Baking
Place the baking dish or ramekins in a larger baking pan. Add hot water to the larger pan until it reaches halfway up the sides of the custard dish (this is a water bath).
- 8
Bake the Flan
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the flan is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- 9
Cool the Flan
Remove the flan from the water bath and let it cool at room temperature. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Serving
- 10
Unmold the Flan
To serve, run a knife along the edges of the flan to loosen it. Invert onto a serving plate, allowing the caramel to flow over the top.
- 11
Slice and Enjoy
Slice into wedges and serve chilled. Enjoy your delicious traditional Mexican flan!
