Indulge in the delightful world of Caramel Flan, a classic dessert that combines a velvety custard base with a luscious caramel topping. This delectable treat, also known as Crème Caramel, is a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. With its smooth, creamy custard filling and the rich, decadent caramel sauce, this dessert is a true masterpiece that is perfect for any occasion. In this article, we present a collection of easy-to-follow recipes that will guide you in creating this culinary delight. From traditional methods to unique variations, these recipes cater to different skill levels and preferences. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary journey, you'll find the perfect recipe to satisfy your sweet cravings.
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EASY CARAMEL FLAN (CREME CARAMEL)
This is so good and so easy. I found this recipe after my husband started getting nostalgic about his years spent in Northern Spain. He absolutely loves it when I make it and thinks it's very close to what he would get in Spain. It comes together quick since you barely need to measure anything.
Provided by C. Taylor
Categories Dessert
Time 55m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325.
- Brown sugar in a saucepan till a medium dark golden brown, but not burnt and then QUICKLY transfer to the bottom of a pie plate(you may add a few tablespoons of water to help it melt).
- In a large bowl beat the eggs and then add the 2 cans of milk and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- Pour mixture into pie plate.
- Using a larger pan that the pie plate will fit in, fill half way with the boiling water, place in oven, and then place pie plate in the middle of the large pan.
- Bake for approximately 45 - 55 minutes. The center should be soft and firm but not liquidly.
- Let cool and then after running a knife around the edge to seperate, flip over onto a serving dish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 339.5, Fat 10.2, SaturatedFat 5.6, Cholesterol 123.3, Sodium 148, Carbohydrate 52.1, Sugar 47.7, Protein 10.2
EASY CHAI CREME CARAMEL (AKA CHAI FLAN DE LECHE)
This is a fast and easy dessert to finish off a spicy meal or add an exotic twist on a classic dessert. It's made from a mix, but no one will ever know! I use Dr. Oetker brand dessert mix, but any brand will do, so long as the box yields 3-4 individual servings. When I have dinenr guests, I like to make this ahead of time so I I can enjoy dinner without having to run back to the kitchen to prepare dessert. Use whole spices so you can skim the spices out of the custard and keep the smooth creamy texture and color of the individual flans. Follow the directions for whatever kind of mix you use, and just be sure to add the spices to the milk as soon as possible to get maximum flavor infused into the custard mix.
Provided by BlueDiva
Categories Dessert
Time 1h5m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Divide caramel sauce equally into ramekins, one for each serving. Make sure a thin coat of caramel covers the bottom of each ramekin. Set these aside.
- Dissolve contents of custard mix into 125mL of milk and whisk until blended.
- Put remaining milk and whole spices in a saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Reduce heat slightly and add custard mixture, whisking vigorously.
- Bring just to a boil again, and keep stirring so no lumps form. The allow to simmer for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Skim spices out of liquid. (Or pour mixture through small mesh strainer in the next step.).
- Gently pour liquid into ramekins, making sure not to disturb the caramel coating the base of each one.
- Chill ramekins until set. (This takes approximately 45 minutes in my refridgerator.)
- Remove ramekins from refridgerator. Put a serving plate against top of a ramekin, , hold them together, and flip them upside down in a fast motion so the creme caramel flops out of the ramekin and onto the serving plate. Let it sit for a minute to allow the caramel to run over the custard before removing ramekin. Repeat this for each serving. (This is quite easy and the result looks impressive.).
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 42.2, Fat 2.4, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 9.1, Sodium 32, Carbohydrate 3.2, Protein 2.1
Tips:
- Use a water bath: This helps to create a moist and creamy flan. Make sure the water is simmering, not boiling, as this can cause the flan to curdle.
- Don't overcook the flan: The flan should be cooked until it is just set in the center. Overcooking will result in a rubbery texture.
- Let the flan cool completely before refrigerating: This will help to prevent the flan from cracking.
- Serve the flan chilled: Flan is best served chilled, as this allows the flavors to develop.
- Garnish the flan with your favorite toppings: Some popular toppings include whipped cream, caramel sauce, and fresh berries.
Conclusion:
Flan is a delicious and versatile dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is relatively easy to make, and with a few simple tips, you can create a perfect flan every time. Whether you are looking for a classic dessert for a special occasion or a simple treat to enjoy on a weeknight, flan is a great option. With so many different variations to choose from, there is sure to be a flan recipe that everyone will love.
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