Description
This classic Flan recipe is a creamy and decadent dessert that will impress your guests. With a silky smooth custard and a rich caramel topping, it’s a perfect ending to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk (preferably la lechera brand)
- 12 oz can evaporated milk (preferably Carnation brand)
- 1 3/4 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 1/2 Tbsp vanilla extract
- 5 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/4 tsp fine sea salt
- Berries to serve (strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries)
Caramel:
Custard:
Optional for garnish:
Instructions
- Prep – Preheat the oven to 350˚F with a rack in the middle of the oven and bring a kettle of water to boil. Prepare a 9-inch round, non-stick cake pan for the caramel.
- Make the Caramel – In a saucepan, dissolve sugar and water, then cook until amber-colored. Pour into the cake pan and spread the caramel.
- Make the Custard – Blend condensed milk, evaporated milk, cream, vanilla, eggs, and salt. Strain and pour over the caramel layer.
- Cover and Bake – Cover with foil, place in a water bath, and bake for 70-80 minutes at 350˚F.
- Cool and Chill – Cool, refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or overnight.
- To Serve – Invert onto a platter, garnish with berries, and drizzle with caramel sauce.
Notes
- Be careful when working with hot caramel.
- Strain the custard for a smoother texture.
- Refrigerate overnight for the best results.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 80 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Flan, Caramel Custard, Dessert Recipe
