Mexican Flan (Creamy Caramel Custard)
Description
Mexican Flan is a rich, creamy custard dessert topped with a golden layer of homemade caramel. Baked in a water bath until silky, then chilled and inverted, it’s a show-stopping treat with minimal ingredients and maximum elegance. Each bite melts in your mouth with sweet vanilla flavor and a gentle caramel finish.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Make the Caramel
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the sugar, swirling occasionally until it becomes a smooth golden caramel.
Quickly pour the caramel into the bottom of a round baking dish or flan mold, tilting to coat the bottom evenly.
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Prepare the Custard
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, eggs, and vanilla until smooth and well combined.
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Pour and Bake in Water Bath
Pour the custard mixture over the set caramel.
Place the dish in a larger pan and add hot water halfway up the sides to create a water bath.
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 60 minutes or until the center is just set.
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Chill the Flan
Remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature.
Then chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours (or overnight) to set completely.
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Unmold and Serve
To serve, run a knife along the edge, place a plate on top of the dish, and carefully invert.
Lift the dish to reveal the caramel topping flowing over the flan.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 290kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10g16%
- Cholesterol 80mg27%
- Total Carbohydrate 42g15%
- Sugars 38g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
