Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsEl Charro Café DowntownCoconut Flan Recipe

Coconut Flan Recipe

Time1h 30m
Serves8

Make Coconut Flan Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Flan Ingredients

Caramel Ingredients

Method

Caramel Preparation

  1. 1

    Make the Caramel

    In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and water over medium heat. Stir gently until the sugar dissolves.

  2. 2

    Cook the Caramel

    Increase heat and allow the mixture to boil without stirring. Watch closely as the mixture turns a golden amber color, about 5-7 minutes.

  3. 3

    Pour the Caramel

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

Flan Preparation

  1. 4

    Blend the Flan Mixture

    In a blender, combine the coconut milk, sweetened condensed milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and coconut flakes. Blend until smooth.

  2. 5

    Pour the Flan Mixture

    Carefully pour the blended flan mixture over the hardened caramel in the mold or ramekins.

  3. 6

    Prepare for Baking

    Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Prepare a water bath by placing the flan mold in a larger baking dish and filling the dish with hot water halfway up the sides of the flan mold.

  4. 7

    Bake the Flan

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

  5. 8

    Cool and Serve

    Remove the flan from the water bath and let it cool to room temperature. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving. To serve, run a knife around the edges and invert onto a plate.

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