Jul 09 2026
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Caramel Flan Recipe

Inspired by Fornos of Spain
Time1h 30m
Serves8

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Ingredients

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Flan Base

Caramel Sauce

Method

Caramel Sauce Preparation

  1. 1

    Make the Caramel

    In a small saucepan, combine 3 tablespoons of granulated sugar and 1 tablespoon of water. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring gently until the sugar dissolves.

  2. 2

    Caramelize the Sugar

    Continue to cook without stirring until the mixture turns a deep amber color. Remove from heat immediately to prevent burning.

  3. 3

    Coat the Flan Dish

    Quickly pour the caramel into the bottom of a round flan mold or cake pan, tilting the pan to coat the sides. Set aside to cool and harden.

Flan Base Preparation

  1. 4

    Blend Ingredients

    In a blender, combine the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, large eggs, and vanilla extract. Blend on high speed until smooth and well combined.

  2. 5

    Pour into Mold

    Pour the flan mixture over the hardened caramel in the mold.

  3. 6

    Prepare for Baking

    Place the flan mold in a larger baking dish. Fill the baking dish with hot water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the flan mold.

  4. 7

    Bake the Flan

    Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake in the preheated oven for about 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick 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. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

  6. 9

    Serve

    To serve, run a knife around the edges of the flan to loosen it. Invert onto a serving plate and allow the caramel to drizzle over the top.

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