Jul 14 2026
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Flan Recipe

Inspired by La Mesa
Time1h 30m
Serves8

Traditional Mexican custard dessert.

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Ingredients

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Custard

Caramel

Method

Caramel Preparation

  1. 1

    Make the Caramel

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

  2. 2

    Cook the Caramel

    Once the sugar has dissolved, stop stirring and allow the mixture to boil. Watch closely until it turns a golden amber color, about 8-10 minutes.

  3. 3

    Coat the Flan Dish

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

Custard Preparation

  1. 4

    Blend the Custard Ingredients

    In a blender, combine sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and granulated sugar. Blend until smooth.

  2. 5

    Pour the Custard Mixture

    Pour the blended custard mixture over the hardened caramel in the flan mold or ramekins.

  3. 6

    Prepare for Baking

    Place the filled flan mold or ramekins 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) and bake for 50-60 minutes or until the custard is set and a knife inserted comes out clean.

  5. 8

    Cool and Serve

    Remove the flan from the oven and let it cool to room temperature. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before inverting onto a plate to serve.

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