Flan, a delectable custard dessert with a rich history and diverse variations, has captured the hearts of food enthusiasts worldwide. Originating in ancient Rome, this dish has evolved over centuries, incorporating influences from various cultures. Flan's classic form comprises a creamy custard base, often infused with vanilla, cinnamon, or citrus zest, enveloped in a caramelized sugar topping that adds a delightful crunch and a symphony of flavors. This article presents a curated collection of flan recipes, each offering a unique twist on this timeless dessert. From the traditional Spanish Flan to the innovative Chocolate Flan and the refreshing Mango Flan, these recipes cater to a range of preferences and skill levels. Whether you seek a classic rendition or a contemporary interpretation, this culinary journey promises to satisfy your sweet cravings and leave you craving for more.
Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!
FLAN DE QUESO (CREAM CHEESE FLAN)
This is my favorite recipe, learned from my mother. People love it and ask me for the recipe every time they try it, so here it is. I find it tastes better cold.
Provided by damaris
Categories Desserts Custards and Pudding Recipes Flan Recipes
Time 3h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Fill a large oven-safe pot with water to 1 inch; bring to a boil.
- Place sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, eggs, cream cheese, milk, and vanilla extract in a blender; blend until smooth.
- Place sugar in an even layer in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook until edges start to brown, about 1 minute; drag sugar into the center with a spatula once the edges start to brown. Continue cooking, stirring from time to time, until caramel is an even golden brown, 4 to 5 minutes.
- Pour caramel into a 9-inch flan mold or baking pan; swirl so that caramel reaches 1 inch up the sides. Pour condensed milk mixture on top. Place mold in the pot of boiling water.
- Bake flan in the preheated oven until a damp table knife inserted into the center comes out clean, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Remove from oven and let stand for 5 minutes.
- Chill flan in the refrigerator until firm, 2 to 3 hours. Invert onto a serving plate so that caramel is on top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 475.3 calories, Carbohydrate 58 g, Cholesterol 201.5 mg, Fat 21.5 g, Protein 14.3 g, SaturatedFat 12.3 g, Sodium 251.9 mg, Sugar 57.3 g
CREAMY CARAMEL FLAN
A small slice of this impressively rich, creamy, caramel flan dessert goes a long way. What a delightful finish for a special meal or holiday celebration. -Pat Forete, Miami, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h15m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a heavy saucepan, cook sugar and water over medium-low heat until melted and golden, about 15 minutes. Brush down crystals on the side of the pan with additional water as necessary. Quickly pour into an ungreased 2-qt. round baking or souffle dish, tilting to coat the bottom; let stand for 10 minutes. , Preheat oven to 350°. In a bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Beat in eggs, 1 at a time, until thoroughly combined. Add remaining ingredients; mix well. Pour over caramelized sugar. , Place the dish in a larger baking pan. Pour boiling water into larger pan to a depth of 1 in. Bake until the center is just set (mixture will jiggle), 50-60 minutes. , Remove dish from a larger pan to a wire rack; cool for 1 hour. Refrigerate overnight. , To unmold, run a knife around edges and invert onto a large rimmed serving platter. Cut into wedges or spoon onto dessert plates; spoon sauce over each serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 345 calories, Fat 16g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 140mg cholesterol, Sodium 189mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (41g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 10g protein.
CHOCOLATE FLAN CAKE
This flan, when inverted, rests on a rich chocolate cake layer and is topped with melted caramel.
Provided by Eagle brand
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips EAGLE BRAND®
Time 2h20m
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Coat 12-cup fluted tube pan with no-stick cooking spray. Place piece of rolled up foil in tube of pan to prevent cake from baking over top. Pour caramel topping into prepared pan.
- Prepare cake mix according to package directions using the water, oil and eggs. Pour evenly over caramel topping.
- Combine cream cheese, eggs, sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk and vanilla in blender container. Process until blended. Pour slowly over cake batter. NOTE: While baking, the cake rises and the milk mixture goes to the bottom.
- Coat piece of foil with no-stick cooking spray. Cover pan, coated side down, tightly with foil. Place pan in large roasting pan. Pour hot water into roasting pan to a depth of 2 inches.
- Bake 2 hours or until toothpick in center still has a few moist crumbs. Place cake on cooling rack. Cool 15 minutes. Remove foil and invert onto serving plate. Cool 1 hour at room temperature. Chill 4 hours or overnight.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 364.6 calories, Carbohydrate 35.1 g, Cholesterol 93.3 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 6.4 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 323.8 mg, Sugar 23.5 g
LECHE FLAN
My mom would always make this Filipino leche flan for dessert for me and I always loved it.
Provided by Hannah
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Filipino
Time 1h50m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
- Combine sugar and water in a saucepan over medium heat. Heat until sugar is dissolved and mixture is thickened and light brown, 7 to 10 minutes. Spread caramel evenly over the inside of a flan mold, tilting the mold to make sure the whole surface is covered.
- Combine evaporated milk, condensed milk, egg yolks, and vanilla extract in a large bowl. Stir lightly to prevent bubbles or foam from forming. Strain batter slowly into the caramel-lined flan mold. Cover with aluminum foil. Place mold onto a baking pan filled with water.
- Bake in the preheated oven until firm, about 1 hour. Let cool, about 30 minutes. Invert carefully onto a platter.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 387.4 calories, Carbohydrate 55.4 g, Cholesterol 335.9 mg, Fat 14 g, Protein 10.6 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 118.8 mg, Sugar 54.6 g
CREAMY CARAMEL FLAN
This recipe is a cross between egg custard and cheesecake. Rich and delicious.
Provided by Jo Poynor
Categories Desserts Custards and Pudding Recipes Flan Recipes
Time 8h
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a small, heavy saucepan over medium-low heat, cook sugar, stirring, until golden. Pour into a 10 inch round baking dish, tilting to coat bottom and sides. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Beat in eggs, one at a time, until well incorporated. Beat in condensed and evaporated milk and vanilla until smooth. Pour into caramel coated pan. Line a roasting pan with a damp kitchen towel. Place baking dish on towel, inside roasting pan, and place roasting pan on oven rack. Fill roasting pan with boiling water to reach halfway up the sides of the baking dish.
- Bake in preheated oven 50 to 60 minutes, until center is just set. Cool one hour on wire rack, then chill in refrigerator 8 hours or overnight. To unmold, run a knife around edges of pan and invert on a rimmed serving platter.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.7 calories, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 141.9 mg, Fat 16.6 g, Protein 10.5 g, SaturatedFat 9.6 g, Sodium 191.2 mg, Sugar 40.4 g
FLAN
There are many variations of flan, but you really only need this simple recipe calling for 15 minutes of prep and 6 ingredients to turn out a melt-in-your-mouth version of creamy dessert.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 1h35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Heat 1/2 cup sugar in heavy 1-quart saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly, until melted and golden brown. Divide sugar syrup among four 6-ounce custard cups; tilt cups to coat bottoms. Allow syrup to harden in cups about 5 minutes.
- Mix remaining ingredients; pour into custard cups. Place cups in square pan, 9x9x2 inches, on oven rack. Pour very hot water into pan to within 1/2 inch of tops of cups.
- Bake 40 to 50 minutes or until knife inserted halfway between center and edge comes out clean. Immediately remove from water. Unmold and serve warm, or refrigerate up to 8 hours and unmold at serving time.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 52 g, Cholesterol 175 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 225 mg
COCONUT FLAN
My grandmother used to make this recipe in Ecuador, it's been in the family for many years. I'm the only one who continues to make this recipe in my family. It's the easiest dessert that you can make. I love it and I hope you will too.
Provided by Viveca DelGiorno
Categories Desserts Custards and Pudding Recipes Flan Recipes
Time 4h30m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Place the sugar in a nonstick skillet, and slowly melt over low heat without stirring. Shake the pan by it's handle to mix, but do not stir with a spoon. When the sugar has melted, pour into a 3 quart glass baking dish, coating the bottom.
- In a large bowl, beat the eggs with an electric mixer until smooth. Pour in the condensed milk, evaporated milk, coconut milk, whole milk, and vanilla; mix until well blended, about 2 minutes. Pour the egg mixture over the sugar in the pan. Place the pan inside of a larger dish and set in the oven. Fill the outer pan with water to 1 inch deep.
- Bake for 1 hour in the preheated oven, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove the flan from the water bath, and refrigerate until cold, 4 hours to overnight.
- To serve, run a knife around the edges of the dish to loosen the flan, then invert onto a serving dish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 333.4 calories, Carbohydrate 40.3 g, Cholesterol 115.7 mg, Fat 15.9 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 9.6 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 127 mg, Sugar 39.3 g
TRADITIONAL GERMAN OBST KUCHEN - FRESH FRUIT FLAN (SPONGE CAKE)
Traditional German Obst Kuchen is a Fresh Fruit Flan with a sponge-type cake base, sometimes with a thin layer of custard, topped with fresh fruit and then sealed with a fruit glaze. Obst Kuchen is very typically served throughout Germany during the afternoon coffee hour, with dollops of freshly whipped cream. One of my favorite toppings is fresh whole strawberries with a red currant or strawberry glaze. Fresh raspberries or other fresh or canned fruits such as kiwis, apricots, cherries, gooseberries, and pineapple are also popular. The traditional pan used is a 10-inch German flan pan, however a torte or springform pan would also work. Adapted from my friend Maite C's Obst Kuchen Boden recipe that was given to me when we were stationed at Ft. Campbell KY.
Provided by BecR2400
Categories Dessert
Time 35m
Yield 1 German Obst Kuchen, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- In large bowl, beat yolks. Add sugar, softened margarine and yeast. Mix well.
- Add flour, then vanilla and mix well.
- In separate bowl beat egg whites until stiff. Add egg whites to flour mixture - then gradually mix in enough milk to give a soft dropping consistency.
- Grease German flan pan. Add dough to greased pan, spreading evenly with a spatula.
- Bake at 350F degrees for about 20 minutes until tests done with a toothpick.
- Remove from oven. Cool in pan on a rack for 15 minutes, then invert on a cake plate or other large plate.
- Arrange fresh berries or other fresh or canned fruits (kiwi slices, pineapple, gooseberries, apricots, and cherries are nice) on top of the inverted sponge cake (note: you may add a thin custard layer prior to filling with fruit, if you wish). Spread your favorite fruit glaze over the top of the fruit (may use a clear glaze or use strawberry or red currant jelly, or apricot jam). Chill until serving time.
- Serve with dollops of fresh whipped cream, and a cup of coffee. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 252.3, Fat 13.5, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 55, Sodium 160.2, Carbohydrate 29.1, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 16, Protein 4.2
COCONUT FLAN
Provided by Marcela Valladolid
Time 1h50m
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 10-cup Bundt or tube pan with vegetable oil cooking spray.
- Drizzle the cajeta into the prepared pan, turning to coat the bottom and sides. Set aside.
- Using an electric mixer, beat the milks, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt. Pour the mixture into the pan. Place the pan inside a large roasting pan. Fill the roasting pan with enough water to come halfway up the sides. Cover the Bundt pan with foil.
- Bake until the center jiggles slightly when pan is moved, about 1 hour 40 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool at room temperature for 30 minutes. Refrigerate, covered, for 3 hours or overnight.
- Turn the flan out onto a platter. Sprinkle with toasted coconut and serve.
SUPER EASY CREAM CHEESE FLAN
This is a delicious, creamy dessert.
Provided by kimmy73
Categories Desserts Custards and Pudding Recipes Flan Recipes
Time 4h18m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Heat sugar and water together in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar dissolves into a light brown caramel, 8 to 10 minutes. Pour into a round glass baking dish.
- Place condensed milk, evaporated milk, eggs, cream cheese, and vanilla extract in a blender; blend into a smooth custard. Pour over caramelized sugar in the baking dish.
- Place baking dish in a deep baking pan. Pour in enough water to reach halfway up the baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven until custard is set and top is light brown, about 1 hour.
- Cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate until cold, 3 to 4 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 402.7 calories, Carbohydrate 55.6 g, Cholesterol 140.8 mg, Fat 16.3 g, Protein 10.3 g, SaturatedFat 9.4 g, Sodium 187.4 mg, Sugar 55 g
MEXICAN FLAN (BAKED CARAMEL CUSTARD)
This is a traditional Mexican and Spanish dessert and by far my favorite. It is very easy to make and looks beautiful.
Provided by Bergy
Categories Dessert
Time 3h45m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat 1/2 cup sugar in a heavy skillet or saucepan, stirring constantly until it melts and turns a dark golden color.
- Remove from heat and immediately pour into a 4 1/2 cup metal ring mold, swish it around so it evenly coats the bottom of the ring mold.
- In a large mixing bowl, lightly beat the eggs.
- Stir in milk,1/2 cup sugar, vanilla and orange peel.
- Place caramel coated ring mold in another pan and place on an oven rack.
- Pour egg mixture into the ring mold and pour the hottest tap water possible around the ring mold to a depth of 1 inch.
- Bake at 325Ffor close to l hour or until a knife comes out clean.
- Cool flan on a wire rack, Chill for at least 3 1/2 hours.
- To unmold the flan loosen edges with a spatula, slip spatula down the sides to let air in.
- Place the serving platter over the mold and flip to allow the flan to slip onto the platter.
- Spoon the caramel that may remain in the mold on top of the flan.
- Pile sliced fruit in the center and serve.
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
FILIPINO LECHE FLAN
This delicious Filipino dessert is usually prepared for special occasions. Slow-baking is necessary so the mixture is smooth when done.
Provided by lola
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Filipino
Time 2h20m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
- Combine 1 cup sugar and water in a saucepan over medium heat. Heat until sugar is dissolved and mixture is thickened and light brown, 7 to 10 minutes. Line the inside of a flan mold with the caramel mixture, tilting the mold to make sure the whole surface is covered.
- Combine remaining 1 cup sugar, evaporated milk, egg yolks, and lime zest in a bowl. Gently mix, not beat, until yolks are all broken and blended. Strain the custard through a sieve to remove the zest. Pour mixture into the flan mold. Place flan mold in a larger baking pan filled with water.
- Bake in the preheated oven until firm, about 2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 292.6 calories, Carbohydrate 47.7 g, Cholesterol 184.5 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 82.4 mg, Sugar 47.2 g
TRADITIONAL CARAMEL FLAN
This delectable dessert is baked over a layer of caramelized sugar, so when it's inverted, a delicious golden sauce runs down the edges of the flan and forms a pool on the serving platter.-Mary Ann Kosmas, Minneapolis, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h15m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a heavy saucepan or skillet over medium-low, heat 3/4 cup sugar. Do not stir. When sugar is melted, reduce heat to low; cook until syrup is golden brown, stir constantly. Quickly pour into an ungreased souffle dish or 2-qt. round baking dish, tilting to coat bottom of dish. Let stand for 10 minutes. , In a saucepan, heat milk until bubbles form around sides of saucepan. , Remove from the heat. In a bowl, whisk eggs, salt and remaining sugar. Stir 1 cup of warm milk into egg mixture; return all to pan and mix well. Add vanilla. Pour into prepared dish. , Place dish in a large baking pan. Fill larger pan with boiling water to a depth of 1 in. Bake at 325° for 55-60 minutes or until center is just set (mixture will jiggle). Remove flan dish to a wire rack; cool for 1 hour. Refrigerate for 3-4 hours or until thoroughly chilled. Run a knife around edge and invert onto a rimmed serving platter. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 294 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 192mg cholesterol, Sodium 157mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (46g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 9g protein.
CARAMEL FLAN
Sometimes I like to top this Mexican dessert with whipped cream and toasted slivered almonds. -Anelle Mack, Midland, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h15m
Yield 8-10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook sugar until melted, about 12 minutes. Do not stir. When sugar is melted, reduce heat to low and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until syrup is golden brown, about 2 minutes. , Quickly pour into an ungreased 2-qt. round souffle dish, tilting to coat the bottom; let stand for 10 minutes., In a blender, combine the condensed milk, milk, eggs, yolks and vanilla. Cover and process for 15 seconds or until well blended. Slowly pour over syrup., Place the souffle dish in a larger baking pan. Add 1 in. of boiling water to baking pan. Bake 350° for 55-60 minutes or until center is just set (mixture will jiggle). Remove souffle dish from larger pan. Place on a wire rack; cool for 1 hour. Cover and refrigerate overnight., To unmold, run a knife around edge and invert flan onto a large rimmed serving platter. Cut into wedges or spoon onto dessert plates; spoon sauce over each serving.
Nutrition Facts :
THE PERFECT FLAN
How to make The Perfect Flan
Categories Dairy Dessert Bake Fall Spring Bon Appétit Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 350°F. Combine cream, milk and salt in heavy medium saucepan. Scrape seeds from vanilla bean into cream mixture; add bean. Bring to simmer over medium heat. Remove from heat and let steep 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, combine 1 cup sugar and 1/3 cup water in another heavy medium saucepan. Stir over low heat until sugar dissolves. Increase heat to high and cook without stirring until syrup turns deep amber, brushing down sides of pan with wet pastry brush and swirling pan occasionally, about 10 minutes. Quickly pour caramel into six 3/4-cup ramekins or custard cups. Using oven mitts as aid, immediately tilt each ramekin to coat sides. Set ramekins into 13x9x2-inch baking pan.
- Whisk eggs, egg yolks and 7 tablespoons sugar in medium bowl just until blended. Gradually and gently whisk cream mixture into egg mixture without creating lots of foam. Pour custard through small sieve into prepared ramekins, dividing evenly (mixture will fill ramekins). Pour enough hot water into baking pan to come halfway up sides of ramekins.
- Bake until centers of flans are gently set, about 40 minutes. Transfer flans to rack and cool. Chill until cold, about 2 hours. Cover and chill overnight. (Can be made 2 days ahead.)
- To serve, run small sharp knife around flan to loosen. Turn over onto plate. Shake gently to release flan. Carefully lift off ramekin allowing caramel syrup to run over flan. Repeat with remaining flans and serve.
ORIGINAL MEXICAN FLAN NAPOLITANO
This original Mexican recipe for flan napolitano is an incredibly rich and creamy creme caramel, a type of custard, that is steamed instead of baked.
Provided by gem
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 1h30m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place sugar into a 9-inch ring mold and cook over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until sugar melts and turns golden, about 10 minutes. Watch carefully for syrup to start to change color as it burns easily. Let caramel cool and harden, about 20 minutes.
- Combine sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, eggs, cream cheese, and vanilla extract in a blender; blend until smooth, about 1 minute. Pour mixture over the hard caramel syrup in the tin and cover with aluminum foil. Pierce foil in the center hole of the ring with a knife; peel back foil, leaving hole uncovered for steam to circulate.
- Place a metal rack inside a large pot over medium heat. Add water to almost reach the rack; bring to a boil. Place the mold on the rack, cover the pot, and steam until flan is set and firm, about 45 minutes. Unmold flan onto a serving plate and let cool before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 261.2 calories, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 118.7 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Protein 8.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 160.9 mg, Sugar 25.5 g
MOM'S FRUIT FLAN (GERMAN ERDBEER/OBST BODEN TORTE)
The dough is a little like a sugar cookie dough and doesn't get soggy with the fruit. Fill with fresh strawberries or your favorite fruit (my personal favorite is an assortment of sliced peaches, cherries, kiwis, and fresh strawberries arranged over a thin layer of custard topped with a clear jelly glaze, served with a dollop of whipped cream). Mom's favorite was simply fresh sliced strawberries with strawberry glaze, and whipped cream on the side. Delicious!! A great seasonal dessert. You will need a 10 or 11 inch boden torte pan for this recipe. The boden recipe is adapted from "Mennonite Girls Can Cook", the filling is all mine.
Provided by BecR2400
Categories Dessert
Time 35m
Yield 1 Boden Torte, 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- To Make Base (Boden):.
- Thoroughly grease a 10 to 11 inch (25 to 28 cm) boden tin. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a large bowl beat together butter and sugar til white and creamy; add egg and beat til mixed in thoroughly.
- Sift together flour and baking powder and fold into the butter mixture, adding milk til it holds together in a ball.
- Press dough into a well greased boden torte pan (wet your hands with a little water to keep the dough from sticking to your hands).
- Bake at 350 for 15-20 minutes or until lightly golden.
- Remove from oven. Cool in pan on a rack for 15 minutes, then invert on a cake plate or other large plate.
- Filling:.
- If desired, spread a thin layer of custard (or vanilla pudding or pastry cream) evenly over the cooled boden.
- Fill with a variety of fruit and whipped cream. Use any variety you like or simply canned peach slices or fresh strawberries.
- Glaze:.
- For a simple glaze, melt a little apple jelly or strawberry jam and pour over the fruit.
- -Or- take 1/2 cup of the fruit syrup. Cook it over high heat with 1 Tablespoon of cornstarch dissolved in a little cold water, cook it until it is clear, and the raw cornstarch flavor disappears (approximately 2 minutes). Drizzle evenly over the fruit.
- Chill until ready to serve. This cake is best served within 24 hours.
- Serve with a dollop of fresh whipped cream and you have a lovely little dessert. Quick and easy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 173.7, Fat 5.5, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 35.8, Sodium 97.4, Carbohydrate 27.9, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 14.5, Protein 2.9
CREAM CHEESE FLAN
Rich and Creamy Flan with a beautiful amber sauce makes for a striking presentation. If you like cheese cake you will love this. You can add a bit of Amaretto Liquor if you like, or serve with a little Kahlua Liquor and a dollop of whipped cream. This requires a standing time of 3 hours and 20 minutes before serving.
Provided by Barb G.
Categories Dessert
Time 1h30m
Yield 1 Flan, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F and heat sugar in a small, heavy-duty saucepan over medium-low heat.
- Stirring constantly, for 3 to 4 minutes or until sugar is dissolved and caramel colored.
- QUICKLY pour into bottom of a 2-quart casserole dish.
- Place evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, cream cheese, eggs and vanilla in a blender; cover.
- Blend until smooth.
- Pour mixture into the prepared casserole dish (over the dissolved sugar).
- Place casserole in a 13x9-inch baking dish; fill baking dish with warm water to 1-inch depth.
- Bake 1 hour and 20 to 30 minutes or until knife inserted comes out clean.
- Remove flan from hot water.
- Cool at room temperature in casserole on wire rack.
- Refrigerate for several hours or overnight.
- Run knife around rim; gently shake to loosen.
- Invert into serving dish.
- Enjoy.
PUMPKIN FLAN
If pumpkin pie married caramel custard, their offspring would look like this pumpkin flan. From the book "Mad Hungry," by Lucinda Scala Quinn. (c)2009, Lucinda Scala Quinn. Mikkel Vang, photographer. Used by permission of Artisan Books, artisanbooks.com.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Put the granulated sugar in a 9-inch cake pan or pie plate, set on the center rack in the oven, and bake until the sugar is caramel colored, 8 to 12 minutes. Swirl to cover the bottom of the pie plate with the caramel.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt. Stir in pumpkin puree. In a medium bowl, whisk together the half-and-half, eggs, and vanilla. Thoroughly blend the egg mixture into the pumpkin puree.
- Set the pie plate in a large roasting pan, and pour the custard over the caramel. Carefully pour enough hot tap water into the roasting pan to reach halfway up the sides of the pie plate. Bake until the custard is set, about 1 hour and 10 minutes. Cool and chill in the refrigerator. Run a knife around the outside edge of the flan and invert it onto a rimmed plate. Cut into wedges or scoop and serve with a dollop of whipped cream.
Tips:
- Use room temperature ingredients. This will help the flan to bake evenly and prevent curdling.
- Do not overbeat the eggs. Overbeating can incorporate too much air into the custard, which can cause it to curdle.
- Bake the flan in a water bath. This will help to prevent the flan from cracking and will also help it to cook evenly.
- Chill the flan for at least 4 hours before serving. This will allow the flan to set properly and will also make it easier to unmold.
- When you are ready to serve the flan, run a knife around the edge of the pan to loosen it. Then, place a plate over the pan and invert it. The flan should slide out easily.
Conclusion:
Flan is a delicious and versatile dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover eggs and milk, and it can be made with a variety of different flavors. Whether you are looking for a classic dessert or something a little more unique, flan is sure to please. So next time you are looking for a special dessert to make, give flan a try!
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