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Caramel Flan
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 cup of sugar
- 4 eggs
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a small saucepan, melt 1 cup of sugar over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it turns into a golden caramel color. Be careful not to burn it.
- Quickly pour the caramel into a 9-inch round baking dish, tilting the dish to coat the bottom evenly. Set aside to cool and harden.
- In a large bowl, beat 4 eggs. Add 1 can of sweetened condensed milk, 1 can of evaporated milk, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- Pour the egg and milk mixture over the hardened caramel in the baking dish.
- Place the baking dish in a larger roasting pan and fill the roasting pan with enough hot water to reach halfway up the sides of the baking dish.
- Carefully transfer the roasting pan to the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the flan is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- Remove the baking dish from the water bath and let it cool to room temperature. Then, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- To serve, run a knife around the edge of the flan to loosen it. Place a serving platter on top of the baking dish and quickly invert the flan onto the platter, allowing the caramel to drizzle over the top.
- Slice and serve the caramel flan chilled. Enjoy!
Caramel flan, also known as flan de caramelo, is a classic Spanish dessert with a rich history dating back to ancient Rome. This creamy custard topped with a layer of caramelized sugar has become a beloved treat in many Latin American and European countries. The dish made its way to the Americas during the Spanish colonization and has since been embraced in countries like Mexico, Cuba, and Argentina. Renowned chefs like José Andrés and Rick Bayless have put their own spin on this timeless dessert, incorporating unique flavors and presentation. Today, the best versions of caramel flan can be found in authentic Spanish and Latin American restaurants, where the key to a perfect flan lies in achieving the ideal balance of creamy texture and caramel sweetness. Whether baked in a water bath or prepared in an Instant Pot, the silky smooth consistency and decadent caramel topping are essential elements to get right.
80 min
8
320 calories
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