Flan Recipe

Time1h 30m

Serves8

Traditional caramel custard dessert.

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Ingredients

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1
Make the Caramel
In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar and 1 cup of water. Stir over medium heat until the sugar has dissolved.
2
Cook the Caramel
Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a boil. Do not stir. Allow it to boil until it turns a golden amber color, about 10-15 minutes. Watch closely to avoid burning.
3
Pour the Caramel
Immediately pour the caramel into a round 9-inch cake pan or flan mold, tilting the pan to coat the bottom evenly. Set aside to cool and harden.

4
Blend the Custard Mixture
In a blender, combine the eggs, sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth and well combined.
5
Pour the Custard
Gently pour the custard mixture over the hardened caramel in the cake pan. Ensure not to disturb the caramel layer.
6
Prepare for Baking
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the cake pan in a larger baking dish and fill the outer dish with hot water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the flan pan.
7
Bake the Flan
Bake in the preheated oven for about 50-60 minutes, or until the custard is set and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
8
Cool and Refrigerate
Remove the flan from the oven and let it cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
9
Unmold and Serve
To unmold, run a knife around the edges of the flan. Place a serving plate over the pan and invert it to release the flan. Serve chilled.