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Creamy Caramel Flan Recipe

Creamy Caramel Flan Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 hours 10 minutes (including chilling)
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking, Water Bath
  • Cuisine: Latin American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in the velvety smoothness of this Creamy Caramel Flan. A traditional Latin American dessert that combines the richness of caramel with a silky custard base, creating a decadent treat for any occasion.


Ingredients

Caramel:

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon water

Custard:

  • 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 (12 oz) can evaporated milk
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt


Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Heat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Make caramel: Combine sugar and water in a saucepan, cook to caramel, pour into pan.
  3. Prepare custard: Whisk milks, eggs, vanilla, salt. Pour over caramel.
  4. Bake: Place in water bath, bake 50-60 mins until set.
  5. Cool and chill: Let cool, refrigerate for 4 hours.
  6. Serve: Invert onto plate, garnish if desired.

Notes

  • For a silkier texture, strain custard before pouring.
  • Garnish with berries or mint for color.