Flan Recipe

Time2h

Serves8

Traditional Mexican caramel flan.

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Ingredients

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1
Make the Caramel
In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and water. Heat over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and turns into a golden brown caramel. Be careful not to burn it.
2
Coat the Pan
Quickly pour the caramel into a round flan mold or individual ramekins, tilting to coat the bottom evenly. Set aside to cool and harden.

3
Blend the Ingredients
In a blender, combine the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth and well combined.
4
Pour the Mixture
Carefully pour the flan mixture over the cooled caramel in the flan mold or ramekins.

5
Prepare the Water Bath
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the flan mold or ramekins in a larger baking dish. Fill the larger dish with hot water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the flan mold or ramekins.
6
Bake the Flan
Bake in the preheated oven for about 50-60 minutes, or until the flan is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
7
Cool and Chill
Remove the flan from the oven and let it cool in the water bath for 15 minutes. Then, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set completely.

8
Unmold and Serve
To serve, run a knife around the edges of the flan to loosen it. Invert it onto a plate to release the caramel. Slice and enjoy!