Caramel Flan Recipe

Caramel Flan Recipe

Ingredients:

• For the caramel:
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup water
• For the custard:
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Caramel:
   • In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar and water. Stir constantly until the sugar dissolves and the mixture turns a deep golden brown. This will take about 8-10 minutes.
   • Quickly pour the caramel into a 9-inch round cake pan, tilting the pan to coat the bottom evenly. Set aside to cool and harden.
2. Prepare the Custard:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
   • Pour the custard mixture over the hardened caramel in the cake pan.
3. Bake the Flan:
   • Place the cake pan inside a larger baking dish. Fill the larger dish with hot water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the cake pan. This creates a water bath to ensure even baking.
   • Carefully transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the flan is set and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
4. Cool and Serve:
   • Remove the flan from the water bath and let it cool to room temperature. Then, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
   • To serve, run a knife around the edge of the flan to loosen it. Invert a serving plate over the pan and flip it to release the flan onto the plate. The caramel will flow over the top and sides of the custard.

Enjoy your delicious caramel flan! If you have any specific requests or adjustments to this recipe, feel free to let me know.