Prep
15m
Cook
1h
Serves
8
Discover the smooth, caramel-infused flavors of Flan with our easy Mexican dessert recipes. This detailed guide ensures you can create this classic, silky dessert effortlessly at home, making it a wonderful addition to your dessert collection.
Ingredients (6)
1 cup sugar
1 can sweetened condensed milk
1 can evaporated milk
4 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup water
Steps (6)
Caramelize Sugar: In a saucepan, melt sugar over medium heat until golden. Carefully add water and stir until smooth. Pour into a round baking dish.
Blend Ingredients: In a blender, combine sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, eggs, and vanilla. Blend until smooth.
Pour Mixture: Pour the milk mixture over the caramel in the baking dish.
Bake in Water Bath: Place the baking dish in a larger pan filled with hot water. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 1 hour.
Cool and Serve: Let cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Invert onto a plate to serve.
Additional tips
- Use a water bath to prevent the flan from cracking.
- Let the caramel cool slightly before adding the milk mixture to avoid mixing.
- Refrigerate overnight for the best texture.
- To make more: double the ingredients.