Flan Recipe
Traditional Mexican caramel custard dessert.
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Ingredients
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Caramel
Custard
Method
Caramel Preparation
- 1
Make the Caramel
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the granulated sugar and water. Stir until the sugar is dissolved. Continue cooking without stirring until the mixture turns a deep amber color, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat immediately.
- 2
Coat the Pan
Quickly pour the caramel into a round flan mold or a 9-inch cake pan, tilting the pan to coat the bottom evenly. Set aside to cool and harden.
Custard Preparation
- 3
- 4
Pour into Pan
Carefully pour the custard mixture over the set caramel in the prepared pan.
Baking
- 5
Prepare for Baking
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the flan mold in 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 the flan is set and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cooling and Serving
- 7
Cool the Flan
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.
- 8
Unmold and Serve
To unmold, run a knife around the edge of the flan. Place a serving plate on top of the mold and invert it. Gently lift the mold away. Serve chilled.
