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Ingredients
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Custard
Caramel
Method
Custard Preparation
- 1
Mix the Custard Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 4 large eggs until well beaten. Then, add the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, vanilla extract, and 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar. Mix until all ingredients are combined and the mixture is smooth. Set aside.
Caramel Preparation
- 2
Make the Caramel
In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar and 1 tablespoon of water. Cook over medium heat, stirring gently until the sugar dissolves. Once dissolved, stop stirring and allow the mixture to boil until it turns a golden brown color, about 5-7 minutes. Be careful not to let it burn.
- 3
Coat the Flan Molds
Immediately pour the hot caramel into a round flan mold or individual ramekins, swirling to coat the bottom evenly. Allow the caramel to harden while you prepare the custard.
Baking the Flan
- 4
Combine and Bake
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Pour the custard mixture over the cooled caramel in the mold. Place the flan mold into a larger baking dish and fill the baking dish with hot water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the mold. Bake for approximately 50-60 minutes or until the custard is set and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
- 5
Cool and Serve
Once baked, remove the flan from the oven and let it cool in the water bath for about 30 minutes. Then, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. To serve, run a knife around the edges of the flan and invert it onto a serving plate. The caramel will flow over the top.