Flan de Leche, also called caramel custard, is a favorite dessert in many parts of the world. People love it because of its smooth, creamy texture and the sweet, caramel topping.
Whether you’re new to baking or have been doing it for a while, this recipe will help you make a perfect flan that’s great for any occasion. Get ready to wow your friends and family with this easy but fancy dessert!
WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS FLAN DE LECHE
- Smooth and creamy texture with a delicious caramel sauce.
- Easy-to-find ingredients and simple steps to make it.
- Great dessert to make ahead of time, so you can relax when you have guests over.
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Flan De Leche
Jump into the creamy, velvety goodness of this classic Flan de Leche, a caramel custard that's packed with rich flavors and feels like it melts in your mouth!
Ingredients
For the Caramel:Sugar
- 1 Cup 1 for melting into caramel.
For the Custard:
- Eggs: 4 large the base of the custard.
- Condensed Milk: 1 can 14 oz, sweetens and thickens the flan.
- Evaporated Milk: 1 can 12 oz, adds creaminess without the fat of cream.
- Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon for a hint of warmth and flavor.
- Salt: A pinch to balance the sweetness.
Instructions
- Prepare the Caramel: In a medium saucepan, melt the sugar over medium heat, swirling the pan occasionally until golden and smooth. Pour into a round baking dish, tilting to coat the bottom evenly.
- Mix the Custard: In a blender, combine eggs, condensed milk, evaporated milk, vanilla, and salt. Blend until smooth.
- Bake: Pour the custard mixture over the hardened caramel. Place the baking dish in a larger pan filled halfway with water (bain-marie). Bake at 350°F for 50-60 minutes until set.
- Chill and Serve: Let cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours. To serve, invert onto a plate, allowing the caramel sauce to flow over the flan.
Notes
- Total Fat: 7-10 grams
- Saturated Fat: 4-6 grams
- Cholesterol: 120-130 milligrams
- Sodium: 100-150 milligrams
- Total Carbohydrates: 50-55 grams
- Dietary Fiber: 0 grams
- Sugars: 45-50 grams (mostly from sugars in the condensed milk and caramelized sugar)
- Protein: 8-10 grams
- Calcium: A significant source due to the milk-based ingredients.
- Vitamin D: Present in fortified milk products used in the recipe.
- Iron: Small amounts from the eggs.
Condensed Milk is available at your local grocery store or on amazon.
Author Profile
I was born and grew up in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, where my grandmas, mom, and aunts taught me everything about cooking. Now, I live in the US, and I love hiking, reading, and making meals for my family.
