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Ingredients
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Caramel
Custard
Method
Caramel Preparation
- 1
Make the Caramel
In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and water. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring until the sugar has dissolved.
- 2
Cook the Caramel
Once the sugar has dissolved, stop stirring and allow the mixture to boil. Watch carefully as it turns a golden amber color. This will take about 10-15 minutes.
- 3
Pour the Caramel
As soon as the caramel reaches the desired color, carefully pour it into a round flan mold 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
Blend the Custard Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs. Then, add the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and vanilla extract. Mix well until smooth and fully combined.
- 6
Pour the Custard into Mold
Carefully pour the custard mixture over the hardened caramel in the mold, ensuring not to disturb the caramel layer.
- 7
Prepare for Baking
Place the flan mold in a larger baking dish and fill the dish with hot water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the flan mold. This will create a water bath.
- 8
Bake the Flan
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the custard is set and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
- 9
Cool and Serve
Remove the flan from the water bath and let it cool at room temperature. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. To serve, run a knife around the edges and invert onto a serving plate.
