Coconut Flan Recipe
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
Make the Caramel
In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and water over medium heat. Stir gently until the sugar dissolves.
- 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
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
- 4
Blend the Flan Mixture
In a blender, combine the coconut milk, sweetened condensed milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and coconut flakes. Blend until smooth.
- 5
Pour the Flan Mixture
Carefully pour the blended flan mixture over the hardened caramel in the mold or ramekins.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.