Jul 14 2026

Flan Recipe

Time1h 30m
Serves8

Classic caramel custard dessert.

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Ingredients

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Flan Mixture

Caramel Sauce

Method

Prepare Caramel

  1. 1

    Make the Caramel

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

  2. 2

    Cook the Caramel

    Continue to cook without stirring until the mixture turns a deep amber color, about 8-10 minutes. Immediately remove from heat to prevent burning.

  3. 3

    Pour Caramel into Mold

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

Prepare Flan Mixture

  1. 4

    Blend Ingredients

    In a blender, combine the eggs, sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.

  2. 5

    Pour Mixture into Mold

    Carefully pour the flan mixture over the hardened caramel in the mold(s).

Bake the Flan

  1. 6

    Prepare Water Bath

    Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a large baking dish by placing the flan mold(s) inside and filling the baking dish with hot water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the flan mold.

  2. 7

    Bake the Flan

    Bake in the preheated oven for about 50-60 minutes or until the flan is set and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

  3. 8

    Cool and Refrigerate

    Remove the flan from the water bath and let it cool to room temperature. Once cooled, cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Serve the Flan

  1. 9

    Unmold the Flan

    To serve, run a knife around the edges of the flan to loosen it from the mold. Invert a serving plate over the mold and flip to release the flan.

  2. 10

    Enjoy

    Slice the flan and serve chilled, allowing the caramel sauce to drizzle over each slice.

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