Best 4 Simple And Creamy Spanish Flan Recipes

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Flan, a luscious dessert with a rich history, is a staple in Spanish cuisine. This delectable treat, with its creamy custard filling and caramelized sugar topping, has captured the hearts of dessert enthusiasts worldwide. While the classic Spanish flan recipe remains a timeless favorite, creative variations have emerged, each offering a unique twist on this classic dessert. From the simplicity of a basic flan recipe to the indulgence of a chocolate flan or the refreshing tang of a lemon flan, this article presents a diverse collection of flan recipes that cater to every palate and occasion. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, these recipes provide clear instructions and helpful tips to ensure your flan turns out perfect every time. So, prepare to embark on a culinary journey as we delve into the world of Spanish flan, exploring its variations and discovering the secrets to creating this irresistible dessert.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

AUTHENTIC SPANISH FLAN RECIPE



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This classic Spanish flan recipe is so simple it's almost criminal. Just 4 ingredients and a handful of steps will get you a silky smooth flan with a devilishly gooey caramel.

Provided by David Pope

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/2 cups 300g of sugar
4 large eggs
2 cups 480ml milk (full fat)
2 teaspoons 10ml vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
  • Start by preparing the ramekins (you could also use one larger mold if you prefer): put six of them (3/4 cup volume) on a 13-inch baking dish. Fill the dish with hot water (use a kettle or the hottest water from the tap). The warmth is important here, since it will keep the ramekin warm when the sugar syrup goes in and stop it from hardening.
  • Cook 1 cup of the sugar over medium-low heat for about 10 minutes until it liquefies and turns a light golden brown color. You'll need to keep a watchful eye on the sugar here, to stop it from burning.
  • Take it off the heat and quickly pour it into the ramekins. If it starts to harden midway through, put it back on the heat and stir until it's smooth again. Set aside while you make the rest of the flan.
  • In a large mixing bowl, gently mix together the eggs with the remaining 1/2 cup of sugar until creamy.
  • Add the milk and vanilla and stir until well-combined.
  • Divide the flan mixture evenly among the six ramekins, pouring right on top of the caramel. Cover each ramekin with aluminum foil and tightly seal. Bake in the oven for 40 minutes to one hour, or until it wobbles and jiggles when you lightly shake the ramekin. If making small ramekins you will likely only need 40 minutes. If making a large mold you may need the full hour. Quickly check and jiggle when unsure.
  • Take the ramekins out of the water-filled baking dish and set aside to cool to room temperature. Then place in the fridge covered with foil and chill for at least 6 hours (preferably overnight).
  • To serve, take a butter knife and run it around the inside of the ramekin. Quickly (and gently!) flip the ramekin over the plate. The caramel should run out to coat it as a sauce. If any of the caramel has hardened and stuck to the ramekin, just leave it!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288.9 kcal, Carbohydrate 54.27 g, Protein 6.25 g, Fat 5.43 g, SaturatedFat 2.43 g, Cholesterol 117.25 mg, Sodium 77.25 mg, Sugar 54.28 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SIMPLE AND CREAMY SPANISH FLAN



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Flan is a traditional Spanish/Hispanic dessert that can be dressed up any way from chocolate to traditional. This flan is simple, yet creamy and smooth. If you have never had flan or just couldn't seem to get it right, I can assure you that your family and friends will want the recipe. Be daring and try other extracts like almond or orange.

Provided by FleurSweetLoves

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Spanish

Time 3h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup boiling water, or as needed
1 teaspoon water
½ cup white sugar
6 large egg yolks
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 (13 ounce) can evaporated milk
¼ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Place a 9-inch metal pie dish into a deep baking pan; pour boiling water into baking pan to reach about halfway up the side of the pie dish.
  • Pour 1 teaspoon water and 1/2 cup sugar into a heavy saucepan, place over medium heat, and constantly swirl the sugar-water mixture in the pan over the heat until sugar dissolves, melts, and turns into a golden-brown caramel syrup, about 10 minutes. Watch carefully, the sugar burns easily. Pour melted caramel into the warmed pie dish and gently tilt pie dish to coat the bottom with caramel.
  • Whisk egg yolks, sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, 1/4 cup sugar, and vanilla extract in a bowl until mixture is creamy and thoroughly combined. If mixture is foamy, skim foam off with a folded paper towel. Gently pour custard over caramel in pie dish. Cover baking pan with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until custard is set but still jiggles slightly when moved, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Remove foil and place baking sheet with water bath and flan in refrigerator to chill, about 2 hours.
  • Remove pie dish from baking pan; run a knife around the edges of flan to loosen from pie dish. Invert flan onto a rimmed serving platter to release custard and let caramel sauce flow over the flan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331.8 calories, Carbohydrate 50.5 g, Cholesterol 183.5 mg, Fat 11 g, Protein 8.9 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 117.4 mg, Sugar 50.1 g

CREAMY CARAMEL FLAN



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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

3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
5 large eggs
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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.

SPANISH FLAN



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Delicious Spanish flan, everyone will love it!

Provided by ASOTO

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Spanish

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup white sugar
3 eggs
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk
1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, melt sugar until liquefied and golden in color. Carefully pour hot syrup into a 9 inch round glass baking dish, turning the dish to evenly coat the bottom and sides. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, beat eggs. Beat in condensed milk, evaporated milk and vanilla until smooth. Pour egg mixture into baking dish. Cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in preheated oven 60 minutes. Let cool completely.
  • To serve, carefully invert on serving plate with edges when completely cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 348.8 calories, Carbohydrate 56.7 g, Cholesterol 100.1 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Protein 9.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 138.7 mg, Sugar 56.7 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the final flavor of your flan.
  • Make sure your eggs are at room temperature. This will help them mix more easily with the other ingredients and prevent the flan from curdling.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can cause the flan to become tough.
  • Strain the batter. This will help remove any lumps and ensure a smooth flan.
  • Bake the flan in a water bath. This will help prevent the flan from curdling and will also help it cook evenly.
  • Chill the flan before serving. This will help it set properly and make it easier to slice.

Conclusion:

Spanish Flan is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy texture and rich flavor, it is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a special dessert, give Spanish Flan a try. You won't be disappointed!

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