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Flancocho

Cultural Context

Flancocho is a delightful Dominican dessert that combines the rich, creamy texture of flan with the soft, spongy qualities of cake. This dessert is often served at celebrations, symbolizing joy and abundance. Its unique layering of flavors and textures has made it a beloved treat not just in the Dominican Republic, but also in various Latin American countries, where it has inspired numerous adaptations and variations.

DominicanDOdessert
90 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
1 pre-made devil's food cake mix
3 eggs
1 cup water
4 ounces cream cheese
1 can sweetened condensed milk
1 can evaporated milk
1 splash vanilla
caramel sauce
vegetable oil
nonstick spray

sweetened condensed milk

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + sugar

Coconut milk provides a lighter alternative with a unique flavor.

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a dairy-free option with a subtle flavor.

evaporated milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and suitable for lactose intolerance.

1

Fill an extra pan with about 2 inches of water for the water bath.

2

Prepare the chocolate cake mix by following the directions on the back of the box, adding the required ingredients and mixing until the consistency is velvety smooth.

3

In a blender, add 5 regular eggs, 1 can of evaporated milk, 1 can of sweetened condensed milk, 4 ounces of cream cheese, and a splash of vanilla. Blend until mixed.

4

Spray the baking pan with nonstick spray.

5

Add caramel sauce to the bottom of the pan.

6

Pour the chocolate cake mix into the pan first, followed by the flan mixture poured slowly and in a circle on top.

7

Cover the pan with aluminum foil that has been sprayed with nonstick spray.

8

Preheat the oven to 350°F and bake for 1 hour and 45 minutes.

9

Check the cake by inserting a toothpick; it should come out clean when done.

10

Carefully flip the cake over with assistance to remove the pan.

Cooking Techniques

blendingbakingcaramelizing

Equipment Needed

blenderbaking panextra pan for water bathaluminum foil

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairyeggs

Also Known As

Flan CakeFlan de Bizcocho

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