Flan Recipe
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Ingredients
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Flan Base
Caramel Sauce
Method
Prepare Caramel Sauce
- 1
Make the Caramel
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the granulated sugar and water. Stir gently until the sugar dissolves.
- 2
Cook the Caramel
Continue to cook without stirring until the mixture turns a deep amber color. This should take about 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Pour the Caramel
Quickly pour the caramel into a round flan mold or individual ramekins, swirling to coat the bottom evenly. Set aside to cool.
Prepare Flan Mixture
- 4
- 5
Pour the Mixture
Pour the flan mixture over the set caramel in the mold or ramekins.
Bake and Cool
- 6
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 baking dish with hot water halfway up the sides of the flan mold.
- 7
Bake the Flan
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the flan is set and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
- 8
Cool the Flan
Remove the flan from the water bath and let it cool to room temperature. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Serve
- 9
Unmold the Flan
To serve, run a knife around the edges of the mold to loosen the flan. Invert onto a serving plate, allowing the caramel sauce to drizzle over the top.
- 10
Slice and Enjoy
Slice the flan into wedges and enjoy chilled.