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Ingredients
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Caramel
Custard
Method
Caramel Preparation
- 1
Make the Caramel
In a saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and water. Heat over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and turns a golden brown color. Be careful not to burn it.
- 2
Custard Preparation
- 3
Mix the Custard
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until well combined and smooth.
- 4
Pour into the Mold
Pour the custard mixture over the hardened caramel in the prepared mold.
Baking
- 5
Prepare the Water Bath
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). 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 flan mold.
- 6
Bake the Flan
Bake in the preheated oven for about 50-60 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 7
Cool Down
Remove the flan from the oven and let it cool in the water bath for about 10-15 minutes. Then, remove the flan mold from the water bath and let it cool to room temperature.
- 8
Chill the Flan
Cover the flan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Serving
- 9
Unmold and Serve
To serve, run a knife around the edges of the flan to loosen it from the mold. Invert onto a serving plate, allowing the caramel to flow over the custard. Slice and enjoy!
