Description
Indulge in the creamy delight of Authentic Mexican Flan, a classic dessert that captures the essence of traditional Mexican cuisine. With its silky texture and rich caramel topping, this flan is not only a feast for the palate but also an elegant addition to any gathering. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or a simple family dinner, this easy-to-make dessert promises to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup sugar (for caramel)
- 1 can evaporated milk (12 oz)
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 oz)
- 3 large eggs
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Caramel: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the sugar while stirring until it reaches a golden amber color. Quickly pour into a round baking dish and swirl to coat the bottom evenly.
- Mix the Custard: Blend evaporated milk, condensed milk, eggs, egg yolks, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth. Pour over the prepared caramel.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the baking dish in a larger pan filled with hot water halfway up the sides of the flan dish. Bake for 50-60 minutes until just set.
- Cool and Serve: Let cool in the water bath, refrigerate for at least four hours, then invert onto a plate to serve.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg