Mexican Flan: A Creamy and Timeless Dessert Delight
Indulge in the creamy decadence of Mexican Flan, a timeless dessert that promises to impress your guests at any gathering. This delightful custard features a silky texture and is topped with a luscious caramel sauce, making it a standout treat for special occasions or cozy family dinners. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can create this crowd-pleaser that’s sure to become a favorite in your home. Whether garnished with fresh fruit or served alongside whipped cream, this flan is versatile enough to suit any palate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 6 large eggs
- 1 (12 oz) can evaporated milk
- 1 (14 oz) can condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup sugar (for caramel)
- Hot water (for the water bath)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt sugar until it turns golden brown; pour into your flan mold.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, evaporated milk, condensed milk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour the mixture over the caramel in the mold.
- Place the mold in a larger baking dish and fill with hot water halfway up the sides.
- Bake for about 50 minutes or until set; cool before refrigerating for at least 4 hours.
- To serve, invert onto a plate allowing caramel to flow over.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 286
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 186mg