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How to Make Easy Baked Flan - Brazilian style

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Baked Flan

Cultural Context

Baked Flan is a beloved dessert in Mauritius, often enjoyed during celebrations and family gatherings. Its smooth texture and rich caramel flavor reflect the island's diverse culinary influences, blending French and Creole traditions. Today, variations of flan can be found globally, with many regions adding their own twist, making it a favorite in many cultures.

MauritianMUdessert
60 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
1 can sweetened condensed milk
1 can milk
3 eggs
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup water

sweetened condensed milk

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: regular milk + sugar

Coconut cream is dairy-free and adds a unique flavor.

evaporated milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: whole milk

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

sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Stevia reduces calories while maintaining sweetness.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean paste

💰Cheaper: imitation vanilla

Vanilla bean paste offers a richer flavor.

1

Use 1/2 cup of sugar in a saucepan over heat until it turns brown.

2

Add 1/2 cup of water to the brown sugar and let it dissolve to create caramel.

3

In a bowl, combine 3 eggs, 1 can of sweetened condensed milk, and 1 can of milk.

4

Blend the mixture until smooth.

5

Pour the caramel into a baking dish and then pour the egg mixture over it.

6

Place the baking dish in a larger pan filled with water for a water bath.

7

Bake at 350°F for about 45-55 minutes, checking with a toothpick after 40 minutes.

8

Let cool, then refrigerate for 1-2 hours before serving.

Cooking Techniques

caramelizingbakingmixing

Equipment Needed

ovensaucepanblenderbaking dishtoothpick

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairyeggs

Also Known As

FlanCrème Caramel

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