MEXICAN FLAN (BAKED CARAMEL CUSTARD)

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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

1/2 cup sugar
6 eggs
3 cups milk
1/2 cup sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
1 teaspoon orange rind, grated
sliced fruit (Strawberries, Kiwi or other fruit)

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.

Miru ruma
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This flan is the perfect dessert for any occasion. It's delicious, beautiful, and easy to make.


Mono Abbasi
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I'm a professional chef, and I can honestly say that this is one of the best flan recipes I've ever tried.


Shehan Tharindhu
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This flan is everything I've ever dreamed of and more. It's creamy, smooth, and flavorful, with the perfect amount of caramel sauce.


Kaydee Abrahams
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! I've been looking for a good flan recipe for ages, and this one is perfect.


Tinasha Kamukwamba
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This flan is a labor of love, but it's well worth the effort. It's a delicious and impressive dessert that will wow your guests.


hshshhs jsjsjjssjd
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I've tried several different flan recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's the perfect combination of creamy and flavorful.


MD Lavlu Rahman
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I made this flan for a party, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it, and I received several requests for the recipe.


vaph2012
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This flan is a showstopper! It's beautiful to look at, and it tastes even better than it looks.


Harold Riggins
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I'm not usually a fan of flan, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so light and airy, and the caramel sauce is the perfect balance of sweet and savory.


Palwasha Khan
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The caramel sauce is what really makes this flan special. It's so rich and flavorful, and it complements the creamy flan perfectly.


BIPUL Hossain
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I love the rich, creamy texture of this flan. It's the perfect dessert to indulge in after a satisfying meal.


Moses Chinangwa
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This was my first time making flan, and it was surprisingly easy! The instructions were clear and concise, and the flan turned out beautifully.


Roro Said
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I've made this flan several times now, and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great dessert for any occasion.


Lateef Awal
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This flan was absolutely delicious! It was so creamy and smooth, and the caramel sauce was the perfect finishing touch.